Chapter 43, Problem 3ITD

Summary Introduction

To review:

The rate of fractures in the two groups of children having osteogenesis imperfecta (OI).

Introduction:

Osteogenesis is a genetic disorder found in newborn babies also. The children suffering from OI are prone to bone damage. The child may be prone to bone fractures ranging from four to five to hundreds of fractures per year based on the level of intensity of the disease. This disease can respond to certain drug treatments and the damage of the bones can be slowed down causing a reduced number of fractures per year.