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Achondroplasia

Achondroplasia is the most common inherited cause of disproportionate short stature. It affects how cartilage turns into bone, particularly in the arms, legs and skull base. It is usually caused by a change in the FGFR3 gene. Care focuses on monitoring for complications such as spinal and breathing problems, with surgery when needed. Newer medicines that promote bone growth are available or being studied.

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What is Achondroplasia?

Achondroplasia is the most common inherited cause of disproportionate short stature. It affects how cartilage turns into bone, particularly in the arms, legs and skull base. It is usually caused by a change in the FGFR3 gene. Care focuses on monitoring for complications such as spinal and breathing problems, with surgery when needed. Newer medicines that promote bone growth are available or being studied.

How many clinical trials are available for Achondroplasia?

RareWays currently indexes 26 clinical trials for Achondroplasia, of which 4 are actively recruiting. These counts cover indexed trials across countries, not just your country. An Australian site does not necessarily mean that site is recruiting. Check locations, eligibility and current availability with the study team.

Where does the research data for Achondroplasia come from?

RareWays aggregates research from PubMed, Europe PMC, OpenAlex, and ClinicalTrials.gov. Data is refreshed automatically every day. All articles and trials link directly to their original sources.

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