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Definition of Chondrodystrophy
1. Noun. An inherited skeletal disorder beginning before birth; cartilage is converted to bone resulting in dwarfism.
Exact synonyms: Achondroplasia, Achondroplasty, Osteosclerosis Congenita
Generic synonyms: Congenital Disease, Genetic Abnormality, Genetic Defect, Genetic Disease, Genetic Disorder, Hereditary Condition, Hereditary Disease, Inherited Disease, Inherited Disorder
Derivative terms: Achondroplastic
Generic synonyms: Congenital Disease, Genetic Abnormality, Genetic Defect, Genetic Disease, Genetic Disorder, Hereditary Condition, Hereditary Disease, Inherited Disease, Inherited Disorder
Derivative terms: Achondroplastic
Medical Definition of Chondrodystrophy
1. A disturbance in the development of cartilage, primarily the long bones. This can result in arrested growth and dwarfism. (27 Sep 1997)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Chondrodystrophy
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