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Dwarfism

Synonym(s)

A genetic or pathological condition that is characterized by short stature and undersize. Abnormal skeletal growth usually results in an adult who is significantly below the average height.: Definition from: Unified Medical Language System (MeSH) at the National Library of Medicine
Condition of being undersized as a result of premature arrest of skeletal growth.: Definition from: Unified Medical Language System (CRISP Thesaurus) at the National Library of Medicine


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