Uhrad.com - Pediatric Imaging Teaching Files uhrad.com Pediatric Imaging Teaching Files. Case Fifty - achondroplasia. There is slight kyphosis in the lumbar spine. Diagnosis achondroplasia. http://www.uhrad.com/pedsarc/peds050.htm
Extractions: Click on Images for Enlarged View Clinical History: Short stature. Findings: On the AP pelvis view, there is a narrowing of the interpediculate distance in the lumbar spine. There are squared iliac wings, bilateral narrowed sacrosciatic notches, bilaterally flattened acetabulate, and shortened proximal femoral metaphyses. On the lateral thoracolumbar spine view, there are bullet shaped vertebral bodies in the lumbar spine. There is narrowing of the spinal canal, posterior scalloping of the vertebral bodies in the lumbar spine, and widened intervertebral disc spaces. There is slight kyphosis in the lumbar spine. Diagnosis: Achondroplasia. Discussion: Of the three types of short-limbed dwarfism (rhizomelia, mesomelia, acromelia), achondroplasia causes rhizomelic dwarfism. In rhizomelic dwarfism, the proximal segments of the extremities are predominantly affected. This includes the humeri and femora. The mode of inheritance for achondroplasia is autosomal dominant, and this disorder is the most common nonlethal skeletal dysplasia. It occurs in approximately 1 per 26,000 live births. The clinical manifestations of achondroplasia include short-limbed, short-trunk dwarfism, large head with prominent forehead, trident hands, gibbus in the thoracolumbar region in infants, and normal mentality.
Gale Encyclopedia Of Medicine Achondroplasia . achondroplasia. Definition. achondroplasia is the most common cause of dwarfism, or significantly abnormal short stature. http://www.findarticles.com/cf_dls/g2601/0000/2601000008/p1/article.jhtml
Extractions: Print friendly Tell a friend Find subscription deals by Rosalyn S. Carson-DeWitt Achondroplasia is the most common cause of dwarfism, or significantly abnormal short stature. Achondroplasia is one of a number of chondodystrophies, in which the development of cartilage, and therefore, bone is disturbed. The disorder appears in approximately one in every 10,000 births. Achondroplasia is usually diagnosed at birth, owing to the characteristic appearance of the newborn. Normal bone growth depends on the production of cartilage (a fibrous connective tissue). Over time, calcium is deposited within the cartilage, causing it to harden and become bone. In achondroplasia, abnormalities of this process prevent the bones (especially those in the limbs) from growing as long as they normally should, at the same time allowing the bones to become abnormally thickened. The bones in the trunk of the body and the skull are mostly not affected, although the opening from the skull through which the spinal cord passes (foramen magnum) is often narrower than normal, and the opening (spinal canal) through which the spinal cord runs in the back bones (vertebrae) becomes increasingly and abnormally small down the length of the spine.
Xray2000 joint spaces. Pathology So what is the cause of achondroplasia? A chemical change within a single gene causes achondroplasia. It is http://www.xray2000.f9.co.uk/radpath/a/achondroplasia.htm
Dwarfism Types And Definitions achondroplasia. Although hypochondroplasia can appear simply to be a milder form of achondroplasia, it is actually a different genetic condition entirely. http://www.lpaonline.org/resources_dwarftypes.html
Extractions: As of November 2003, Little People of America is pleased to announce a comprehensive new resource for medical information about dwarfism: the LPA Medical Resource Center. Click here to enter. This is where you should go to find information that is more in-depth. It is intended not just for the lay person, but for medical professionals as well. The Medical Resource Center is a major project overseen by LPA's medical resource director, Ericka Peasley, and director of information services, David Bradford. Information about other types of dwarfism, and additional resources for those already listed, are always welcome. Send them to the LPA Online editor, Dan Kennedy, at dkennedy@lpaonline.org
Achondroplasia - Genetics Home Reference Genetic disorder catalog. achondroplasia. What is achondroplasia? achondroplasia is an inherited disorder of bone growth. How common is achondroplasia? http://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition=achondroplasia
Extractions: A service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine Home Search Conditions Genes ... Help Achondroplasia Achondroplasia is an inherited disorder of bone growth. Although achondroplasia literally means "without cartilage formation," in this disorder the problem is not in forming cartilage but in converting it to bone, particularly in the long bones of the arms and legs. All persons with achondroplasia are short. The average height of an adult male with achondroplasia is 131 cm (52 inches, or 4 foot 4), and the average height for adult females is 124 cm (49 inches, or 4 foot 1). A person with achondroplasia has an average-size trunk, short arms and legs with disproportionately short upper arms and thighs, a slightly enlarged head, and a prominent forehead. The person's fingers are short, and the ring finger and middle finger may diverge, giving the hand a three-pronged (trident) appearance. People with achondroplasia are generally of normal intelligence. Health problems associated with achondroplasia can include breathing problems (apnea), obesity, and ear infections. The head is usually large (macrocephaly) and may have enlarged fluid spaces within the brain (ventriculomegaly). Only rarely is this associated with increased pressure in the brain (hydrocephalus). Adults with achondroplasia usually develop a pronounced and permanent sway of the lower back (lordosis) and bowed legs. Older individuals often have back pain, which can cause difficulty with walking.
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Extractions: (advertisement) Home Specialties CME PDA ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Orthopedic Surgery Pediatrics Last Updated: December 31, 2002 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: rhizomelic dwarfism, short-limb dwarfism, short-trunk dwarfism, chondrodystrophia fetalis, classic chondrodystrophy, dyschondroplasia fetalis, chondrodysplasia, micromelia, skeletal dysplasia, little people, achondroplastic, skeletal dysplasia AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 11 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography Author: Shital N Parikh, MBBS, MS , Fellow in Trauma, Department of Orthopedics, Sunnybrook Hospital, University of Toronto Coauthor(s): Preeti Batra, MBBS, MD , Staff Physician, Department of Radiology, VS Hospital, India Editor(s): Charles T Mehlman, DO, MPH , Director, Musculoskeletal Outcomes Research, Assistant Professor, Division of Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery, Children's Hospital Medical Center Cincinnati; Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
THE Achondroplasia There are today over 300 forms of dwarfism, achondroplasia is one of them. achondroplasia is the most common form of short stature. http://www.gisselmann.dk/Achondroplasia/achondroplasia_s.htm
Extractions: There are today over 300 forms of dwarfism, achondroplasia is one of them. Achondroplasia is the most common form of short stature. It occurs in approximately 1 in 26,000 to 1 in 40,000 births. The characteristic features of achondroplasia are apparent at birth. These include typical facial features, disproportionate short stature, and rhizomelic (the proximal ends of the limbs) shortening. Diagnosis of achondroplasia is made by physical exam and skeletal x-rays. Most individuals have normal intelligence. Infants and children often have motor delays but cognitive delays are not present. The facial features include a large head with a prominent forehead. The midface is often small with a flat nasal bridge and narrow nasal passages. In infancy and childhood, middle ear infections often occur because of the small nasal passages and Eustachian tube dysfunction. If the ear infections are left untreated, hearing loss can occur. "Ear tubes" are probably indicated for a child with multiple ear infections. The jaw appears to be prominent. Occasionally dental crowding can occur since the jaw is small. Respiratory problems can occur in infants and children. Airway obstruction can be "central" in origin (due to foramen magnum compression) or "obstructive" in origin (due to narrowed nasal passages). Symptoms of airway obstruction include snoring, sleeping with the neck in a hyperextended position, or apnea. A sleep study is done if these symptoms exist to determine the cause of the airway obstruction. Treatment depends on the type of obstruction. If central obstruction is present, a foramen magnum decompression is performed. If obstructive airway obstruction is present, therapy can include tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, or tracheostomy placement.
Achondroplasia, HG's Homepage-English Version It s Cool to be little, about a disability named achondroplasia, To be a person with short staturein Denmark. This page uses http://www.gisselmann.dk/Achondroplasia/english_version.htm
Achondroplasia achondroplasia. Definition. achondroplasia is a disease in which there is defective growth in length of the bones that are formed by enchondral ossification. http://imc.gsm.com/integrated/msk/mspath/enneking/sect02/achondro.html
Extractions: About Table of Contents Diseases of Growth Help Definition Natural History Radiographic Features Microscopic Features ... References Achondroplasia is a disease in which there is defective growth in length of the bones that are formed by enchondral ossification. Achondroplasia, from the pathophysiologic viewpoint, is a misnomer since the name implies absence of cartilaginous growth or formation when, in fact, some cartilaginous growth does take place. A more precise name would be hypochondroplasia; however, since it is widely used in the medical literature, the misnomer will be perpetuated in this context. The disease is congenital and familial, being an autosomal dominant . It is a systemic defect in the zone of chondroblast proliferation in the physeal growth plates. As a result, the bones preformed in cartilage are markedly foreshortened in length while the bones that form by membranous ossification (skull, facial bones) or by apophyseal growth (ilium, os calcis) are normal . The remainder of the physeal growth mechanism (columniation, hypertrophy, degeneration, calcification and ossification) take place normally although in significantly lesser amounts. Achondroplasia is the result of a quantitative loss in number of cells formed rather than the formation of abnormal tissue. Since the growth in diameter of the tubular bones comes from subperiosteal membranous ossification, the diameter of the bones is normal. The results, then, of achondroplasia are short, thick, tubular bones producing short stature with disproportionately-shortened extremities but a normal-sized skull.
Achondroplasia Displaying listings 16. achondroplasia achondroplasia. By the Human Growth Foundation. achondroplasia http//www.sbu.ac.uk/~dirt/museum/p4-1521.html. http://www.doctorpage.com/findit/Diseases_and_Conditions/Achondroplasia/
ACHONDROPLASIA achondroplasia. General Info about achondroplasia. achondroplasia is a disorder of bone growth. achondroplasia literally means without cartilage formation . http://www.medindia.net/patients/patientinfo/achondroplasia.asp
Bbc.co.uk - Health - Conditions A-Z Achondroplasia A guide to achondroplasia, facts about the condition and where to go for support. AZ Illnesses and Conditions. achondroplasia By Dr Trisha Macnair. http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/conditions/achondroplasia.shtml
Extractions: Achondroplasia is a disorder that causes abnormal formation of the bones, as a result of abnormal growth and development of cartilage. Achondroplasia is apparent at birth. A child with the condition has a relatively normal torso but with short arms and legs, a larger head and prominent forehead. In some cases the child inherits Achondroplasia from a parent who has the condition - but in about 80% of cases the problem results from a new mutation of a gene. Achondroplasia is caused by an abnormality in a gene located on chromosome 4 called Fibroblast Growth Factor Receptor or FGFR3. About 1 in 20,000 children are affected. It affects all races. When inherited, it is an autosomal dominant condition. Pre-natal testing for the condition can diagnose or rule out Achondroplasia. There is no cure though occasionally surgery is done to increase height - but this can be complicated and extremely painful.
Bbc.co.uk - Health - Ask The Doctor Achondroplasia Q Bone growth and achondroplasia. They are particularly worried that the baby might have something called achondroplasia, and they are doing some more tests. http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/ask_doctor/achondroplasia.shtml
Extractions: Send it to a friend! Q: Bone growth and Achondroplasia One of my friends who is about 23 weeks pregnant has been told by the doctors that the scan shows her baby's bones are not growing properly. They are particularly worried that the baby might have something called achondroplasia, and they are doing some more tests. What is this condition? Achondroplasia is an inherited, genetic problem which causes abnormal formation of the bones. It affects about 1 child in every 20,000. In the majority of cases the problem results from a new mutation of a gene (i.e., neither of the parents carry the faulty gene) but in some a child inherits achondroplasia from a parent who also has the condition. There is a link with older fathers (aged over 40). Long bones don't form properly When a baby is developing in the womb, the skeleton first forms out of cartilage and then this develops into bone (except in certain areas such as the nose or ears). But in achondroplasia this process doesn't happen as it should, especially in the long bones of the arms and legs. Instead the cartilage cells in the growth plates of the long bones turn only very slowly into bone. The result is short bones in the arms and legs, especially the upper arms and thigh, making them short but with a nearly normal size torso, so that overall body proportions are different to the average person.
Achondroplasia achondroplasia. This figure reflects both a high rate of mutation for the trait and a reduction in reproductive success of individuals who have achondroplasia. http://www.usoe.k12.ut.us/curr/science/core/bio/genetics/achondroplasia.htm
Extractions: Achondroplasia Inheritance autosomal dominant Occurrence 1 in 26,000 (it affects all races and both genders) Description a growth defect causing abnormal body proportions; the arms and legs are very short while the torso is nearly normal in size Testing there is a prenatal test Cause and Location of gene a mutation in the gene for a fibroblast growth factor receptor; chromosome 4 Punnett Squares Background: Despite its autosomal dominant inheritance, seven-eighths of new cases are the result of new mutation. This figure reflects both a high rate of mutation for the trait and a reduction in reproductive success of individuals who have achondroplasia. This is a great example to be used when teaching students about autosomal dominant disorders. Heterozygous individuals have the described condition and symptoms, but homozygous dominant fetuses have such severe skeletal abnormalities that spontaneous abortion occurs. This is why prenatal testing is strongly encouraged if both parents have achondroplasia. Activity: Below are five problems which require an understanding of Punnett squares. These questions provide a way to measure studentsir comprehension and understanding.
Achondroplasia .MAIN SEARCH INDEX. achondroplasia. Definition. achondroplasia is the most common cause of dwarfism, or significantly abnormal short stature. http://www.ehendrick.org/healthy/000010.htm
Extractions: Resources Achondroplasia is the most common cause of dwarfism, or significantly abnormal short stature. Achondroplasia is one of a number of chondodystrophies, in which the development of cartilage, and therefore, bone is disturbed. The disorder appears in approximately one in every 10,000 births. Achondroplasia is usually diagnosed at birth, owing to the characteristic appearance of the newborn. Normal bone growth depends on the production of cartilage (a fibrous connective tissue). Over time, calcium is deposited within the cartilage, causing it to harden and become bone. In achondroplasia, abnormalities of this process prevent the bones (especially those in the limbs) from growing as long as they normally should, at the same time allowing the bones to become abnormally thickened. The bones in the trunk of the body and the skull are mostly not affected, although the opening from the skull through which the spinal cord passes (foramen magnum) is often narrower than normal, and the opening (spinal canal) through which the spinal cord runs in the back bones (vertebrae) becomes increasingly and abnormally small down the length of the spine. Achondroplasia is caused by a genetic defect. It is a dominant trait, meaning that anybody with the genetic defect will display all the symptoms of the disorder. A parent with the disorder has a 50% chance of passing it on to the offspring. Although achondroplasia can be passed on to subsequent offspring, the majority of cases occur due to a new mutation (change) in a gene. Interestingly enough, the defect seen in achondroplasia is one of only a few defects known to increase in frequency with increasing age of the father (many genetic defects are linked to increased age of the mother).
Achondroplasia . achondroplasia. Definition. achondroplasia is the most common cause of dwarfism, or significantly abnormal short stature. http://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Atoz/ency/achondroplasia.html
Extractions: Definition Achondroplasia is the most common cause of dwarfism, or significantly abnormal short stature. Description Achondroplasia is one of a number of chondodystrophies, in which the development of cartilage, and therefore, bone is disturbed. The disorder appears in approximately one in every 10,000 births. Achondroplasia is usually diagnosed at birth, owing to the characteristic appearance of the newborn. Normal bone growth depends on the production of cartilage (a fibrous connective tissue). Over time, calcium is deposited within the cartilage, causing it to harden and become bone. In achondroplasia, abnormalities of this process prevent the bones (especially those in the limbs) from growing as long as they normally should, at the same time allowing the bones to become abnormally thickened. The bones in the trunk of the body and the skull are mostly not affected, although the opening from the skull through which the spinal cord passes (foramen magnum) is often narrower than normal, and the opening (spinal canal) through which the spinal cord runs in the back bones (vertebrae) becomes increasingly and abnormally small down the length of the spine. Causes and symptoms Achondroplasia is caused by a genetic defect. It is a dominant trait, meaning that anybody with the genetic defect will display all the symptoms of the disorder. A parent with the disorder has a 50% chance of passing it on to the offspring. Although achondroplasia can be passed on to subsequent offspring, the majority of cases occur due to a new mutation (change) in a gene. Interestingly enough, the defect seen in achondroplasia is one of only a few defects known to increase in frequency with increasing age of the father (many genetic defects are linked to increased age of the mother).
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