ISSN:
1432-1998
Keywords:
Rickets
;
Skull
;
Demineralize
;
Seizures
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract We present four infants with seizures, and one without seizures, in whom the diagnosis of rickets was first suggested because of a demineralized skull. A review of the skull films in all of our patients with rickets showed that 20 of 25 (80%) showed demineralization. Demineralization of the skull is a common and important feature of rickets. Furthermore, as demonstrated by our cases, it may be the first clue to the presence of rickets in certain infants.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00973524
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