Child Joint Problems
Achondrogenesis is a rare type of
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Achondrogenesis is inherited, which means it is passed down through families.
Some types are known to be recessive, meaning both parents carry the defective gene and the chance for a subsequent child to be affected is about 25%.
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Medical Problems After Joint Replacement
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Achondroplasia
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Knock knees
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Arachnodactyly
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