Question

What is the common name for the congenital disorder achondroplasia?
Commonly called_________, achondroplasia is a congenital (inherited) disorder in which the limbs of the body are abnormally short, resulting in a short stature.

Answer 1

Answer:

Achondroplasia Explanation:

Achondroplasia is a bone growth disorder that causes disproportionate dwarfism. Dwarfism is defined as a condition of short stature as an adult. People with achondroplasia are short in stature with a normal sized torso and short limbs. It's the most common type of disproportionate dwarfism.

Answer 2

Answer:

Dwarfism is the correct answer.

Explanation:

Achondroplasia is a bone growth disorder that causes disproportionate dwarfism. People with achondroplasia are short in stature with a normal sized torso and short limbs.