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cartilage-hair hypoplasia |
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cartilage-hair hypoplasia Etymology: L, cartilago + AS, haer + Gk, hypo, under, plasis, forming a genetic disorder characterized by dwarfism caused by hypoplasia of the cartilage; multiple skeletal abnormalities; and excessively sparse, short, fine, brittle hair that is usually light colored. It is inherited as an autosomal-recessive trait. The condition is found primarily among Amish people in the United States and Canada. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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