Clinical management of achondroplasia

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Clinical management of achondroplasia

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Disease in Childhood Journal

Medical geneticists M. J. Wright and M. D. Irving offer a developmental assessment of the implication of achondroplasia in this wide-ranging study. Wright and Irving discuss a broad range of observable developments including:

  • Early stage care, including diagnosis
  • Normal developments with the condition
  • Complications
  • Neurological and respiratory issues
  • Practical and emotional support
  • Transitional care

Authors: M. J. Wright, M. D. Irving, Article first published online: 3 APR 2011

Publisher: BMJ Journals. 
Volume 97, Issue 2, pages 129-134, February 2012

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