rhizomelia

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• Rhizomelia — refers to either a disproportion of the length of the proximal limb, such as the shortened limbs of achondroplasia, or some other disorder of the hip or shoulder. According to Stedman s medical dictionary Rhizomelic means relating to hip or… …   Wikipedia

• rhizomelia — 1. Disproportion in the length of the most proximal segment of the limbs (upper arms and thighs). 2. A disorder involving the shoulder and hip joint. [rhizo + G. melos, limb] …   Medical dictionary

• Thanatophoric dysplasia — Classification and external resources ICD 10 Q77.1 OMIM 187600 DiseasesDB …   Wikipedia

• Rhizomelic chondrodysplasia punctata — Classification and external resources ICD 10 Q77.3 ICD 9 277.86 …   Wikipedia

• rhizomelic — adjective a) Of or pertaining to the hip and shoulder joints b) Of, pertaining to, or characterized by rhizomelia …   Wiktionary

• Dwarfism — Abnormally short stature, which may be due to a variety of causes. Some forms are hereditary. See also {{}}achondroplasia; dwarfism, pituitary. * * * A condition or a group of conditions in which the standing height of the person is below the 3rd …   Medical dictionary