Achondroplasia | Causes, Signs, Standard Therapies, Prevention in children & More

B) Radiological findings include:

Achondroplasia radiology
  • Short ribs with cupped anterior points
  • Broad hand with short metacarpals and phalanges, and a trident position
  • Fibular overgrowth
  • Short and dense tubular bones with metaphyseal cupping, flaring, and irregular growth services
  • Small and squared iliac wings with a narrow sciatic notch and parallel acetabular roof
  • Congenital narrowing of the spinal canal (spinal stenosis)
  • Short and depressed vertebral bodies with nearly large intervertebral disk height
  • Broad skull with a narrow foramen magnum and comparatively diminutive skull base

A skeletal overlook is valuable to confirm the diagnosis of achondroplasia.