chondrodystrophy
/ˌkɑndroʊˈdɪstrəfi/
noun
- A medical condition in which cartilage does not develop properly, often leading to short stature and bone deformities.
- People with chondrodystrophy may have a normal lifespan but need special medical care for their bones.
- The doctor explained that chondrodystrophy affects the growth of cartilage in the arms and legs.
- Chondrodystrophy is a rare genetic disorder that can be diagnosed before birth.