About The Medical Condition Osteogenesis Imperfecta
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Osteogenesis Imperfecta
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What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Osteogenesis Imperfecta?
Autosomal dominant COLLAGEN DISEASES resulting from defective biosynthesis of COLLAGEN TYPE I and characterized by brittle, osteoporotic, and easily fractured bones. It may also present with blue sclerae, loose joints, and imperfect dentin formation. There are four major types, I-IV.
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