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. 2018 Feb;22(1):66-80.
doi: 10.1055/s-0037-1608005. Epub 2018 Feb 6.

Skeletal Dysplasias: Radiologic Approach with Common and Notable Entities

Anh-Vu Ngo  1 , Mahesh Thapa  1 , Jeffrey Otjen  1 , Shawn E Kamps  1
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Skeletal Dysplasias: Radiologic Approach with Common and Notable Entities

Anh-Vu Ngo et al. Semin Musculoskelet Radiol. 2018 Feb.

Abstract

Skeletal dysplasia is a heterogeneous group of abnormalities affecting growth and development of bone and cartilage characterized by disproportionate shortening of the limbs and/or spine. A systematic radiographic approach combined with pertinent clinical details can help guide specific genetic testing and treatment. We provide a discussion and examples of a few common and notable skeletal dysplasias to help familiarize general, pediatric, and musculoskeletal radiologists who do not commonly encounter children with these entities in their daily practices.

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