Patient Story

  • Orthopedics: Alex

    Orthopedics: Alex

    Eight-year-old Alex is in constant motion. The difference in the length of his legs and wearing a built-up sneaker doesn’t slow him down one bit. His ...

Problems Elsewhere in the Body

Developmental Delay

Approximately 10% of hypochondroplastic persons have learning problems.

Neurological Complications

Compressive myelopathy and radiculopathy occur, albeit less frequent than achondroplasia.

Pregnancy

Woman who become pregnant often times require a cesarean section, albeit vaginal delivery is still possible.

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