ISSN:
1432-1076
Keywords:
Key words Mesomelic dysplasia
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Periostitis
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Radio-humeral dislocation
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Osteoporosis Collagenopathy
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract We report a boy with a new form of mesomelic dysplasia characterised by short stature, multifocal periosteal thickening, radio-humeral dislocation, osteoporosis and multiple fractures with minimal trauma. Electrophoresis of fibroblast collagens detected defects in type III and type V collagen. Conclusion Bone dysplasias presenting with osteopenia, abnormal trabecular pattern, bone fragility, and periosteal thickening suggest a collagenopathy. A possible collagen defect requires biochemical investigations.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s004310051078
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