Dwarfism
Chromosomal Disorder
Definition and Cause of Disorder
Pierre Marteaux discovered the link between genetic condition and prenatal micromelic dwarfism of the patients.
Caused by a random mutation in either the sperm or the egg.
Genes interfere with the development of cartilage and bones.
Interference causes a short stature since large bones are in the arms and legs.
1 in 15,000 to 1 in 40,000 people are affected.
Symptom # 1
Shorter legs and arms w/ limited mobility
Average torso
Large head
Curvature of spine
Average torso
Large head
Curvature of spine
Symptom # 2
The karyotype of a person with Dwarfism or Coffin Syndrome. Fourth chromosome is affected.
Pedigree Chart
The inheritance of the dwarf gene
Treatment and Research Outlook
Genetic, Hormone and Measurement testing.
Surgical procedures, leg lengthening and also hormone therapy.
Researchers are working on treatments for skeletal dysplasis.
Surgical procedures, leg lengthening and also hormone therapy.
Researchers are working on treatments for skeletal dysplasis.
About me
While taking Biology we have been studying genetic mutations. Little people are scrutinized and are misunderstood which is why I decided to study them and their mutation.