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What Are the Causes of Achondroplasia?

What are the causes of achondroplasia? This eMedTV article explains how the causes of the condition are linked to a specific genetic mutation or inheriting the gene from a parent with achondroplasia (this cause is less common).

Learn About What Are the Symptoms of Achondroplasia?

Many people ask, "What are the symptoms of achondroplasia?" The most common symptom of achondroplasia is dwarfism. This eMedTV article answers the question, "What are the symptoms of achondroplasia?" and links to other articles about achondroplasia.

What Are Your Alternatives Besides Surgery (Ankle Fracture)?

This multimedia clip discusses the alternatives to ankle surgery that you may consider.

What Causes Achondroplasia?

What causes achondroplasia? There are two possibilities, as this eMedTV resource explains. A particular gene can be inherited from a parent with the condition, or this same gene can mutate and cause the disorder.

What Happens During a Bunionectomy With Soft Tissue Release?

A soft tissue release allows a moderate redirection of the big toe without redirecting the bones. This video clip discusses the procedure in greater detail.

What Happens During a Knee Arthroscopy With Meniscectomy?

This video segment describes what happens during a knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy.

What Happens During a Knee Arthroscopy With Plica Removal

This video clip takes an in-depth look at what will happen during your procedure.

What Happens During ACL Reconstruction? (Allograft)

This video clip talks about what happens during ACL reconstruction.

What Happens During ACL Reconstruction? (Bone-Patellar-Bone)

There are several steps in an ACL reconstruction. This video clip offers an overview of the procedure.

What Happens During ACL Reconstruction? (Hamstring Graft)

This multimedia segment explains what happens during ACL reconstruction surgery.

What Happens During Bunion Surgery With Fusion?

During bunion surgery with fusion, several events will take place. This video clip describes how your doctor will perform your procedure.

What Happens During Bunionectomy With Osteotomy?

This video clip explains what will happen after your procedure begins.

What Happens During Bunionectomy With Osteotomy? (Severe Deformity)

This multimedia clip explains what happens during a bunionectomy with osteotomy.

What Happens Surgery for a Wrist Fracture?

This video clip explains the surgery that is used to repair a wrist fracture and outcomes.

What If I Don't Have ACL Surgery?

What if I don't have ACL surgery? As this eMedTV article explains, ACL surgery isn't mandatory, but if the damaged ligament is not replaced, other knee problems, such as meniscal tears and early arthritis, may also develop.

What if I Don't Have Surgery for a Wrist Fracture?

This video segment offers things to consider when deciding whether or not to have this surgery.

What If You Don't Have ACL Reconstruction?

This video explains what you can expect if you choose not to have ACL surgery.

What If You Don't Have ACL Reconstruction?

This video explains what you can expect if you choose not to have ACL surgery.

What If You Don't Have Knee Arthroscopy (For a Meniscal Tear)?

This video clip explains what may happen if you don't have knee arthroscopy.

What If You Don't Have Knee Arthroscopy to Remove Plica?

This video clip explains what may happen if you don't have knee arthroscopy.

What Is a Bunion?

This video clip explains how bunions form.

What Is a CPM Machine (Hamstring ACL Graft)

This video clip describes how a CPM machine works and explains what it is used for.

What Is Achondroplasia?

This eMedTV segment answers the question: "What is achondroplasia?" Achondroplasia (from the Greek for "without cartilage formation") is a growth disorder that affects the bones and results in dwarfism. Currently, there is no cure for this disease.

What Results Can You Expect Following Distal Radius Fracture Surgery?

This video segment describes the results you can expect with this procedure.

What Results Can You Expect From a Bunionectomy With Soft Tissue Release?

This video clip discusses the various results you can expect from a bunionectomy.

What Results Can You Expect From ACL Reconstruction (Hamstring Graft)?

This video describes what to expect after your ACL surgery.

What Results Can You Expect From ACL Reconstruction?

This video describes what to expect after your ACL surgery.

What Results Can You Expect From Bunionectomy (Fusion)?

This video explains the factors that will affect the success of your bunionectomy.

What Results Can You Expect From Knee Arthroscopy With Plica Removal?

This video clip describes what to expect following knee arthroscopy with plica removal.

What Results Can You Expect From Meniscectomy?

This video clip summarizes what you can expect following your meniscectomy.

What Will Happen Without a Bunionectomy with Soft Tissue Release?

This clip describes some of the problems you may have if you choose not to have a bunionectomy.

What Will Happen Without a Bunionectomy?

This clip describes some of the problems you may have if you choose not to have a bunionectomy.

What Will Happen Without a Bunionectomy?

This clip describes some of the problems you may have if you choose not to have a bunionectomy.

What Will Happen Without a Bunionectomy?

This clip describes some of the problems you may have if you choose not to have a bunionectomy.

Why a Bunionectomy With Soft Tissue Release Is Recommended?

This video clip explains why your healthcare provider may suggest bunion surgery.

Why Do I Need Ankle Surgery?

This multimedia video clip explains why your doctor feels you need ankle surgery.

Why Is Bunionectomy With Fusion Recommended?

This clip explains how bunion surgery is performed and describes its benefits and effects.

Why Is My Doctor Recommending ACL Reconstruction (Hamstring Graft)?

This video explains that ACL reconstruction involves replacing a torn or damaged ACL.

Why Is My Doctor Recommending ACL Reconstruction?

This video explains that ACL reconstruction involves replacing a torn or damaged ACL.

Why Is My Doctor Recommending ACL Reconstruction?

This video explains that ACL reconstruction involves replacing a torn or damaged ACL.

Why Is My Doctor Recommending Knee Arthroscopy With Meniscectomy?

This video explains situations when knee arthroscopy with meniscectomy are recommended.

Why is My Doctor Recommending Knee Arthroscopy With Plica Removal?

This video clip explains why a knee arthroscopy with plica removal may be recommended.

Wound Breakdown (Bunionectomy With Soft Tissue Release Risks)

This video segment explains what wound breakdown is, why it occurs, and treatment options.

Wound Breakdown -- Ankle Srugery Complications

This video segment explains what wound breakdown is, why it occurs, and treatment options.

Wrist Fracture Surgery -- Final Thoughts

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Wrist Fracture Surgery Risks -- Abnormal Scarring

This multimedia clip addresses the issue of abnormal scarring, which may occur with this procedure.

Wrist Fracture Surgery Risks -- Bone Healing Problems

This video segment discusses the bone healing problems that can occur with this procedure.

Wrist Fracture Surgery Risks -- Chronic Pain and Loss of Motion

This video segment discusses the chances of chronic pain or loss of motion occurring with this procedure.

Wrist Fracture Surgery Risks -- Hardware Failure

This multimedia clip discusses the risk of hardware failure, which can occur with this procedure.

Wrist Fracture Surgery Risks -- Infection

This multimedia segment discusses the risk of infection associated with this procedure.

Wrist Fracture Surgery Risks -- Nerve Damage

This multimedia clip discusses the potential risks of nerve damage during surgery.

Wrist Fracture Surgery Risks -- Pain With Hardware

This video explains what your doctor may do if you experience pain caused by hardware.

Wrist Fracture Surgery Risks -- Tendon Rupture

This video clip discusses the risk of tendon rupture or tearing that is associated with this procedure.

Wrist Fracture Surgery Risks -- Wound Breakdown

This video segment explains what wound breakdown is, why it occurs, and treatment options.

Wrist Fracture Surgery Risks -- Wrist in Wrong Position

This video explains why your wrist may not heal in the proper position after a fracture.

Wrist Fracture Surgery Risks As a Diabetic

This video clip explains the risks people with diabetes need to be aware of with this procedure.

Wrist Fractures

This video clip explains what happens when a wrist facture occurs and treatment options.

Wrist Fractures -- Presentations Summary

This video clip is the final video clip for the presentation on distal radius fractures.

Wrist Surgery Complications -- Major

This multimedia clip discusses major complications associated with this procedure.

Wrist Surgery Complications -- Minor

This interactive video clip discusses possible minor complications with this procedure.

Your Doctor Is Recommending Surgery

This video clip explains why surgery is being recommended for your wrist fracture.