A congenital skeletal disorder, also known as skeletal dysplasia, refers to abnormal fetal bone development that causes skeletal deformities that are present at birth. The incidence of skeletal dysplasia is one out of every 4,000 to 5,000 births,...
The skeletal system is more than just bones. It includes tendons, cartilage and ligaments to hold the bones together and to respond to the nerve impulses that cause movement. The components of the skeletal system, which are designed to withstand...
The skeleton is the hard structure of the body that provides stability for movement and protection for internal organs. There are two types of skeletal systems---the axial and appendicular. The axial includes the head, spine, ribs and sternum and...
Hereditary bone disease includes a number of skeletal system disorders caused by a family disposition. Problems causing weak, fragile, or deformed bones can arise from the bone itself, or from organs such as the kidney, liver, intestine, or...
Genetic diseases or disorders result from a mutation in the genes (DNA). Sometimes, one gene can be mutated or a group of genes become mutated. In fact, some genes are passed within families. These genetic alterations can significantly affect a...
