Definition:
Ollier disease is a non-hereditary abnormality that is commonly seen during childhood. It consists of multiple endochromas that cause the bones to be deformed. It is also known as enchodromatosis.
Diagnosis:
Ollier disease can be diagnosed by observation of the patient’s features and by looking for calcium deposits in the cartilage.
Treatment:
There is no current treatment for the disease.
Symptoms and Signs:
The signs and symptoms of Ollier disease are tissue hemangiomas in the hands and feet, shortening of the bones and development of sarcomas in the bone cartilage.
Causes:
The disease is brought about by the calcification of the cartilage while the bones are under development during pregnancy. It can be caused by an ectopic accident. It is also associated with asymmetric dwarfism.
