Achondroplasia

Discussion:

First day newborn on physical examination evaluation short limb, narrow chest and dysmorphic features were appreciated. Further evaluation of the skeletal system and other abnormalities was requested for suspected dwarfism. Unfortunately, lateral views were not provided. Anteroposterior narrowing of the ribs was appreciated on physical examination which is explained by non-visualization of the right heart border at the right paraspinal region due to displacement of the cardiac shadow to the left. Sharing radiological findings of Rickets, these imaging findings in newborns are classical features of achondroplasia, the most common type of bone dysplasia compatible with life.

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