If your child’s been referred to Nemours for a possible
diagnosis of skeletal dysplasia (such as achondroplasia), you’ve
come to the right place. We’re one of the foremost health care
systems in the world for skeletal dysplasia and dwarfism
diagnosis and treatment — offering comprehensive medical and
surgical expertise spanning multiple fields. The skeletal
dysplasias are a group of conditions characterized by
abnormalities in the growth, development, shape, or integrity of
the bones and cartilage. They can lead to a wide variety of
medical problems, but the most common feature among them is
dwarfism (defined as having a final adult height below 4' 10").
About one out of every 10,000 babies has dwarfism. Most skeletal
dysplasias result from a spontaneous genetic mutation at or
before conception. Children with skeletal dysplasias have
multiple medical and social needs, many of which are unique to
their condition. Common types of skeletal dysplasia include: -
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