Osteopetrosis in pregnancy: a rare case report. a rare case report

  • Michaela Peer
  • , Keelin O'Donoghue

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Abstract

Osteopetrosis is a genetic syndrome characterized by the failure of osteoclasts to resorb bone. This leads to skeletal fragility despite increased bone mass, with fractures, dental abscesses, osteoarthritis and scoliosis being the most common complications. There are few reports of patients with type II osteopetrosis undergoing pregnancy and delivery. This case outlines the management of pregnancy and a successful delivery in a woman with this rare condition.

Original languageUndefined/Unknown
Pages (from-to)27-9
Number of pages3
JournalObstetric Medicine
Volume5
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Mar 2012

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