Orthopaedics · Skeletal System · Hard
Brachydactyly
Meaning: A congenital condition in which fingers or toes are abnormally short.
In practice: Brachydactyly of the fourth metacarpal can be associated with certain genetic syndromes.
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Which word means: The most common genetic form of short stature, caused by abnormal conversion of cartilage to bone.
Answer: Achondroplasia
Which word means: Boat-shaped carpal bone in the proximal row on the thumb side of the wrist.
Answer: Scaphoid
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