Cartilage Hair Hypoplasia
Nemours Children's is world-renowned for treating skeletal dysplasias, including cartilage hair hypoplasia (CHH). The name “cartilage hair hypoplasia” comes from the fine hair that people with this condition have along with their skeletal dysplasia. It’s also sometimes called metaphyseal dysplasia, McKusick type.
If your child has CHH, or you are looking for help with getting a diagnosis, we’re here to help. Our Nemours experts have the experience and training to answer your questions, ease your concerns, and build a long-term care plan to help your child live life to the fullest.
Nemours Children's is world-renowned for treating skeletal dysplasias, including cartilage hair hypoplasia (CHH). The name “cartilage hair hypoplasia” comes from the fine hair that people with this condition have along with their skeletal dysplasia. It’s also sometimes called metaphyseal dysplasia, McKusick type.
If your child has CHH, or you are looking for help with getting a diagnosis, we’re here to help. Our Nemours experts have the experience and training to answer your questions, ease your concerns, and build a long-term care plan to help your child live life to the fullest.
Why Choose Us
Nemours has been recognized for delivering advanced pediatric orthopedic care since 1940. Families from all over the world travel to see our skeletal dysplasia experts. Our genetics doctors have the experience and training to diagnose even the rarest types of skeletal dysplasia, like cartilage hair hypoplasia. Once we’ve identified your child’s condition, our care teams work together to create a personalized treatment plan that meets your family’s needs.
Our care navigators arrange appointments since most kids need to see different specialists, and some may need several surgeries. We also help kids with cartilage hair hypoplasia achieve the highest possible function and quality of life through access to Nemours experts, clinical programs and support services, including:
- Clinical trials research opportunities
- Support services and community resources