ollier's disease definition
Summary Summary. Ollier disease is a skeletal disorder characterized by multiple enchondromas, which are noncancerous (benign) growths of cartilage that develop within the bones. These growths may lead to skeletal deformities, limb discrepancy, and fractures. The enchondromas primarily occur in the limb bones, especially the bones of the hands and feet.
Ollierâs Disease can affect anybody male or female Ollierâs disease is a rare nonhereditary sporadic disorder where intraosseous benign cartilaginous tumors develop close to growth plate cartilage. Prevalence is estimated at around 1 in 100,000. Read more http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ollier_disease.