Fibular hemimelia synonyms

Fibular hemimelia, also known as fibular deficiency, is a rare congenital condition characterized by the partial or complete absence of the fibula bone in the leg. The fibula is one of the two long bones in the lower leg, running parallel to the tibia. Fibular hemimelia can affect one or both legs and can vary in severity.

Synonyms

Fibular hemimelia is often referred to by several synonyms, which include:

• Fibular deficiency: This term is commonly used to describe the absence or underdevelopment of the fibula bone.


• Fibular aplasia: Aplasia refers to the complete absence of a bone or organ. In the case of fibular hemimelia, it signifies the absence of the fibula.


• Fibular agenesis: Agenesis is a term used to describe the failure of an organ or bone to develop. Fibular agenesis indicates the non-development of the fibula bone.


• Unilateral fibular hypoplasia: This term is used when only one leg is affected, and the fibula bone is underdeveloped.


• Bilateral fibular hypoplasia: When both legs are affected, and the fibula bone is underdeveloped, it is referred to as bilateral fibular hypoplasia.

These synonyms are commonly used in medical literature and discussions to describe the condition of fibular hemimelia, its variations, and its impact on the affected individuals.