Internal MedicineEndocrinology
Osteogenesis imperfecta
Osteogenesis imperfecta
Disease overview
Osteogenesis imperfecta, also known as brittle bone disease, is a genetic disorder characterized by frequent fractures occurring with minor trauma or no apparent cause. Patients may experience anywher...
Detailed description
Osteogenesis imperfecta, also known as brittle bone disease, is a genetic disorder characterized by frequent fractures occurring with minor trauma or no apparent cause. Patients may experience anywhere from a few to hundreds of fractures throughout their lives.
Disease information
Disease name
Osteogenesis imperfecta
English name
Osteogenesis imperfecta
Category
Internal Medicine
Subcategory
Endocrinology
Related departments
Endocrinology
Pediatric Orthopedics
Orthopedics
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