Osteogenesis imperfecta: advancements in genetics and treatment
Osteogenesis imperfecta is a skeletal dysplasia characterized by bone fragility and
extraskeletal manifestations. Better understanding of the mechanisms of osteogenesis
imperfecta will enable the development of much needed targeted therapies to improve the
outcome in affected individuals.
extraskeletal manifestations. Better understanding of the mechanisms of osteogenesis
imperfecta will enable the development of much needed targeted therapies to improve the
outcome in affected individuals.
Summary
Osteogenesis imperfecta is a skeletal dysplasia characterized by bone fragility and extraskeletal manifestations. Better understanding of the mechanisms of osteogenesis imperfecta will enable the development of much needed targeted therapies to improve the outcome in affected individuals.
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