Abstract
The authors analyze the achondroplastic lumbar spine in the pre-puberal and post-puberal periods until adulthood by means of standard X-rays, CT scan, MRI, and myelography. The small spinal canal in achondroplasts must be considered the result of developmental and congenital conditions. Orthopaedic and surgical possibilities are reviewed with the goal of reducing to a minimum the developmental factors.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 227-239 |
Number of pages | 13 |
Journal | Basic Life Sciences |
Volume | 48 |
Publication status | Published - 1988 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Medicine(all)