title: Achondroplasia.
abstract: Achondroplasia, like all syndromes, is recognised by a collection of typical anomalies. It is a cause of short stature; the average adult height being about 4 feet.
authors.affiliation: De Montfort University, Leicester.
authors.forename: Doreen
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Crawford
authors.affiliation: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust.
authors.forename: Annette
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Dearmun
mesh_terms: D000130:Achondroplasia / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000235:genetics / Q000451:nursing*; D006801:Humans; D010331:Paternal Age; D012649:Self Concept; D012944:Social Support; D016216:Ultrasonography, Prenatal