Osteogenesis Imperfecta: An Introduction
Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a genetic disorder that causes fragile bones as well as other health problems. This brochure provides the latest information on osteogenesis imperfecta for health care details...
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Osteogenesis Imperfecta: Fast Facts
This online consumer health document offers a definition of this genetic disorder, as well as prevalence, diagnosis, clinical features, and treatment information. details...
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OI (Osteogenesis Imperfecta) Issues: Caring for Infants and Children
Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) can literally be translated as imperfectly formed bones. Most forms of OI are caused by imperfectly formed bone collagen that results from a genetic defect.
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OI Issues: Genetics
Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is the result of a mutation in one of the two genes that carry instructions for making type 1 collagen (the major protein in bone and skin). details...
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OI Issues: Rodding Surgery
Rodding surgery involves internal "splinting" of the long bones by means of the insertion of a metal rod. Under general anesthesia, a long bone (e.g., a leg or arm bone) may be cut in one or several p details...
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Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) Issues: Pain Management
Management strategies for acute and chronic pain resulting from multiple fractures, vertebral collapse, joint deformity, osteoarthritis, contractures, deformity/malalignment of limbs, and recurrent ab details...
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Osteogenesis Imperfecta: Relationships with Healthcare Providers
Children with OI often need multiple health care providers. Once this team is assembled, parents can enhance the members' effectiveness by following the general guidelines outlined below. details...
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