Question

What is the common name for the congenital disorder achondroplasia?

Commonly called_________, achondroplasia is a congenital (inherited) disorder in which the limbs of the body are abnormally short, resulting in a short stature.

Answer 1

Achondroplasia Step-by-step explanation:

Achondroplasia is a bone growth disorder that causes disproportionate dwarfism. Dwarfism is defined as a condition of short stature as an adult. People with achondroplasia are short in stature with a normal sized torso and short limbs. It's the most common type of disproportionate dwarfism.

Answer 2

Dwarfism is the correct answer.

Step-by-step explanation:

Achondroplasia is a bone growth disorder that causes disproportionate dwarfism. People with achondroplasia are short in stature with a normal sized torso and short limbs.