Intramedullary Nailing of Deformity and Fracture in a Patient with Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Osteogenesis imperfecta is a hereditary disorder characterized by increased bone fragility. The production of type I collagen and endochondral bone development are disturbed. The disease is also considered a systemic syndrome affecting several organs besides skeletal system. Here, we present a case...
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Language: | English |
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Galenos Yayinevi
2014-06-01
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Series: | Haseki Tıp Bülteni |
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Online Access: | http://www.hasekidergisi.com/article_4749/Intramedullary-Nailing-Of-Deformity-And-Fracture-In-A-Patient-With-Osteogenesis-Imperfecta |