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.

• What are the physical characteristics of Hypochondroplasia?
• How is the diagnosis made?
• Problems in the musculoskeletal system
• Problems elsewhere in the body
• What are things to watch out for?
• References