Mesomelia
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Mesomelia
Mesomelia (pronounced: meh-soh-meel-ee-uh) is a medical term used to describe a condition where the middle parts of limbs are shortened. This can affect both the arms and legs.
Etymology
The term "mesomelia" is derived from the Greek words "mesos" meaning middle and "melos" meaning limb.
Related Terms
- Dysplasia: A broad term that refers to the abnormal development of cells or tissues. Mesomelia is often associated with various forms of dysplasia.
- Rhizomelia: A condition where the proximal (or 'near') parts of the limbs are shortened. This is often contrasted with mesomelia.
- Acromelia: A condition where the distal (or 'far') parts of the limbs are shortened. This is often contrasted with mesomelia.
- Limb length discrepancy: A condition where there is a significant difference in the lengths of the limbs. Mesomelia can be a cause of limb length discrepancy.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mesomelia
- Wikipedia's article - Mesomelia
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