International Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Open Access
ISSN: 2329-9096
+44 1300 500008
ISSN: 2329-9096
+44 1300 500008
Craig H Lichtblau, Medical Director, Osseointegration Program, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation , USA
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Understanding Osteopetrosis as a Rare Genetic Bone Disorder and its Multisystemic Impact
Author(s): Craig H Lichtblau*, Dror Paley, Allyson Gorman, Christopher Warburton and Gabrielle Meli
Osteopetrosis, also referred to as Albers-Shonberg disease or marble bone disease, refers to metabolic bone diseases that adversely affect bone health and can have far reaching health implications. Osteopetrosis is a rare genetic disease that involves osteoclast dysfunction that leads to brittle bones that are susceptible to fracture. There are 4 forms of the condition, each of which manifests differently and is managed differently. Here, we summarize the latest in what is known about osteopetrosis and its management... View More»
DOI:
10.35248/2329-9096.24.S26.004