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Achondroplasia
Achondroplasia is the most common form of chondrodysplasia, a disorder of epiphyseal cartilage growth. It is genetically determined. It is a disorder associated with shortening of the proximal parts of the limbs (arms and thighs) and deformities in the upper extremities. The bones of patients are shorter, which significantly affects their height. Adult women reach an average of 124 cm, and men 131 cm. In addition to short stature, patients [...]
