A child born with osteogenesis imperfecta is at risk for pathological fractures

A child born with osteogenesis imperfecta is at risk for pathological fractures. Explain the pathophysiology of this disorder and the associated risk factors. Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a genetic disorder that affects the development and function of collagen, a major component of bone and other connective tissues. It is also known as brittle bone disease …

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