Abstract
Achondroplasia is one of the most common types of dwarfism and is inherited as an autosomal dominant trait. Clinical features of achondroplasia include disproportionate short stature with normal trunk length, shortening of the extremities, bowing of the lower extremities, short stubby trident hands, spinal stenosis and lumbar lordosis. Characteristic craniofacial features include macrocephaly, prominent forehead, de- pressed nasal bridge, maxillary hypoplasia, otolaryngeal system dysfunction, and foramen magnum steno- sis. These characteristics may lead to number of complications including hydrocephalus, apnea, upper-air- way obstruction, otitis media, sinusitis and dental malocclusion. Apart from these features, the affected children have good general health and normal intelligence. Dentists should be aware of the clinical charac- teristics of achondroplasia and the complications that may arise as a result of this disorder. This case re- port is to present dental treatment of a patient with achondroplasia under general anesthesia and discuss special considerations. Abstract 교신저자: 이상훈 110-768 서울특별시 종로구 창경궁로 62-1
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callMore From: The Journal of Korea Assosiation for Disability and Oral Health
Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
