The antithesis of acromegaly; a condition in which the bones of the face and extremities are small and delicate; possibly due to a deficiency of somatotropin. ... Origin: acro-+ G. Mikros, small ... (05 Mar 2000) ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973
(ak″ro-mik´re-ә) abnormal smallness of the limbs, including hands and feet, and sometimes the nose and jaws, due to a deficiency in pituitary function after puberty. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21001
Type: Term Pronunciation: ak′rō-mik′rē-ă, ak′rō-mī′krē-ă Definitions: 1. The antithesis of acromegaly; a condition in which the bones of the face and limbs are small and delicate; possibly due to a deficiency of somatotropin. Found on http://www.medilexicon.com/medicaldictionary.php?t=856