skip to content
   

pretest

introduction

measurement technique

assessment guidelines

influence of special health care needs

making clinical decisions

posttest

for more information
  

Chondroplasias, e.g., achondroplasia

Description

Chondroplasias are disorders of cartilage growth. Achondroplasia is one type, an inherited problem that involves growth of cartilage in the long bones and skull. Persons with achondroplasia have short limbs, normal-sized trunks, large heads, and small faces and hands.

Possible effects on growth

  • Children with chondroplasias have short stature and can have problems with excessive weight gain if nutrient intake is not carefully monitored.
   
backnext
    Glossary | Module Index | Home