Majority of skeletal abnormalities (skeletal dysplasia and diastematomyelia) are picked up on a routine antenatal scan.
Skeletal dysplasia is a group of conditions that cause abnormal bone development.
It can result in short stature, unusual limb proportions, and other symptoms.
The treatment and outlook vary depending on the specific type of skeletal dysplasia.
Next Steps
They may order a more detailed follow-up ultrasound to help diagnose their condition. The exact type of dysplasia may be difficult to diagnose until after your child is born.
Your child’s doctor may also recommend genetic and molecular analysis to help identify the type of skeletal dysplasia that your child has.
Health Tips
Get a detailed ultrasound anomaly scan. specifically look for abnormalities in your developing child’s bone structure or limb lengths.