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Discussion in 'Spot Diagnosis' started by J.P.C. Peper, May 6, 2012.

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What's your diagnosis?

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J.P.C. Peper, May 6, 2012

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Rickets?

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achondroplasia ?

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Hmm, this DDx has hardly any views so far. It's not that hard guys ;-)

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Achondroplasia, also known as ‘classic’ dwarfism. It’s caused by a mutation in the fibroblast growth factor receptor 3 (FGFR3) gene, which results in an abnormal cartilage fomation.

J.P.C. Peper, May 9, 2012

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