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Children's Bones
Information about bone and joint conditions affecting children
- Guides
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- Body areas
- Hip, Knee, Foot, Upper Back, Lower Back
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Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) in Children
Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) are rare inherited disorders that affect bones, joints, and other organs. Learn about the different types (Hurler, Hunter, Morquio syndromes), skeletal complications, enzyme replacement therapy, and orthopaedic management.
Skeletal Dysplasias (Bone Growth Disorders) in Children
Skeletal dysplasias are genetic disorders affecting bone and cartilage development. Learn about the most common types (achondroplasia, osteogenesis imperfecta), diagnosis, orthopaedic complications like limb deformities and fractures, and treatment options.