MG44.14

Familial short stature

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Category

Definition

Short stature of a child or adolescent (below 3rd percentile) with one or both parents with an adult height below 3rd percentile. Combination with constitutional delay of growth and puberty may occur.

Exclusions

  • Short stature, not elsewhere classified
  • Short stature due to growth hormone resistance

Index Terms

Familial short statureFSS - [familial short stature]