INDONESIAN TYPE OF METAPHYSEAL DYSPLASIA

The authors describe two Indonesian siblings affected by a hitherto un documented form of metaphyseal dysplasia that simulates enchondromatos is. The notable clinical features were short stature and lateral bowin g of the lower extremities. These features were readily recognizable a t birth. The radiographic examinations showed that the metaphyseal ano malies were localized predominantly in the lower extremities, the hip joints being the most severely affected. The upper extremities showed only minimal abnormalities. The name ''Indonesian type of metaphyseal dysplasia'' is suggested for this autosomal recessive bone disorder.