Types of Dysplasia

Types of Dysplasia

1. Epithelial Dysplasia

• Affects the epithelial cells, which form the lining of organs and glands

• Can lead to cancer if left untreated

• Examples: cervical dysplasia and oral dysplasia

2. Fibrous Dysplasia

• Affects the bones, causing abnormal growth and development

• Can lead to bone deformities, fractures, and pain

• Examples: McCune-Albright syndrome, polyostotic fibrous dysplasia

3. Skeletal Dysplasia

• Affects the development of the skeleton, leading to abnormalities in bone growth and development

• Can cause short stature, bowed legs, and other skeletal deformities

• Examples: achondroplasia, osteogenesis imperfecta

4. Hip Dysplasia

• Affects the development of the hip joint, leading to abnormalities in the shape and structure of the joint

• Can cause arthritis, mobility problems, and pain

• Examples: developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), hip dislocation

5. Cervical Dysplasia

• Affects the cells of the cervix, leading to abnormal cell growth and development

• Can lead to cervical cancer if left untreated

• Examples: cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN), adenocarcinoma in situ (AIS)

6. Myelodysplasia

• Affects the development of blood cells in the bone marrow

• Can lead to anemia, infections, and bleeding disorders

• Examples: myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), refractory anemia

7. Spondyloepiphyseal Dysplasia

• Affects the development of the spine and joints, leading to abnormalities in bone growth and development

• Can cause short stature, back pain, and joint problems

• Examples: spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia congenita (SEDC), spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia tarda (SEDT)