Ollier disease
Ollier disease is a rare sporadic nonhereditary disorder in which typically cartilaginous (enchondromas) develop near the growth plate . This is caused by cartilage rests that grow and reside within the metaphysis or diaphysis and eventually mineralize over time to form multiple enchondromas. Key signs of the disorder include asymmetry and shortening of the limb as well as an increased thickness of the bone margin. These symptoms are typically first visible during early childhood with the mean age of being 13 years of age. Many patients with Ollier disease are prone to develop other malignancies including bone sarcomas that necessitate treatment and the removal of bone . Cases in patients with Ollier disease has shown a link to IDH1, IDH2, and PTH1R gene . Currently, there are no forms of treatment for the underlying condition of Ollier disease but such as fractures, deformities, malignancies that arise from it can be treated through surgical procedures. The of this condition is estimated at around 1 in 100,000. It is unclear whether the men or women are more affected by this disorder due to conflicting case studies.
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