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Osteogenesis Imperfecta Definition
Common names:
  • Congenital Brittle Bones
  • Osteogenesis Imperfecta
A person with osteogenesis imperfecta has a rare hereditary condition that results in weak bones that break easily. People with osteogenesis imperfecta are unable to make strong bones. Images

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Last Updated: Sep 12, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MDJohn H. Beckett, MDD. Scott Gettings, MD
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