Skeletal dysplasia

Skeletal dysplasias are genetic conditions causing a structural abnormality in the bone and cartilage leading to growth disturbance. There are many different types of dysplasias most of which are rare. Although the incidence of the each individual types of skeletal dysplasia is low, skeletal dysplasia as a group should be recognized early for appropriate management. The aim of this article is to present a brief overview of skeletal dysplasia and the management of the more common among these presenting to the orthopaedic surgeon.