Thanatophoric Dysplasia

Thanatophoric dysplasia has two genetic types, but it can often be diagnosed while a baby is developing in the womb visually using just an ultrasound. That’s because thanatophoric dwarfism is one of the most common lethal skeletal dysplasias. Babies with this type of dysplasia have a severe growth deficiency, and they will need a ventilator to help them breathe once they’re born. At Nemours Children's, our skeletal dysplasia experts work with palliative care specialists to focus on the comfort of seriously ill children. We create medical care plans and offer guidance for the whole family.

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Thanatophoric Dysplasia

Thanatophoric dysplasia has two genetic types, but it can often be diagnosed while a baby is developing in the womb visually using just an ultrasound. That’s because thanatophoric dwarfism is one of the most common lethal skeletal dysplasias. Babies with this type of dysplasia have a severe growth deficiency, and they will need a ventilator to help them breathe once they’re born. At Nemours Children's, our skeletal dysplasia experts work with palliative care specialists to focus on the comfort of seriously ill children. We create medical care plans and offer guidance for the whole family.

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Thanatophoric Dysplasia

Why Choose Us

Nemours has been recognized for delivering advanced pediatric orthopedic care since 1940. Families from all over the world travel to see our skeletal dysplasia experts. Our doctors have the experience to support families, while they care for even the most severe types of skeletal dysplasia, like thanatophoric dysplasia. Our pediatric teams work together to create a personalized care plan that addresses the needs of your child and family, delivered with compassion.

Regional Care Highlights

Delaware Valley Highlights

Delaware/Greater Philadelphia

We offer compassionate care for newborns with thanatophoric dysplasia at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware (Wilmington, Del.) and select Nemours Children's Health locations.

Our Palliative and Supportive Care Program located at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware in Delaware provides compassionate care for families and children coping with life-threatening or life-limiting conditions.

Florida Highlights

Central Florida

We offer compassionate care for newborns with thanatophoric dysplasia at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida (Orlando) and select Nemours specialty care locations.

Northeast Florida

We offer compassionate care for newborns with thanatophoric dysplasia at Nemours Children's Health, Jacksonville and our hospital affiliates, Wolfson Children’s Hospital and Mayo Clinic in Florida.

Northwest Florida

We offer compassionate care for newborns with thanatophoric dysplasia at Nemours Children’s Health, Pensacola and our hospital affiliate, West Florida Healthcare.

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