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osteogenesis imperfecta type 5 — Definition
Osteogenezis İmperfekta Tip 5 / osteogenesis imperfecta type 5
Osteogenesis imperfekta type 5 is a rare genetic bond tissue disease characterized by excessive brittleness and deformities of bones. In addition to bone fractures in patients, this sub-type is typical of the formation of hypertrophic callus (heavy bone healing tissue) in the front arms and legs, and the development of calcified interosseous membrane (braclar membrane). The disease usually shows autozomal dominant inheritance and is caused by mutations in IFITM5 gene.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ What is Osteogenezis İmperfekta Tip 5?
Osteogenezis İmperfekta Tip 5; osteogenesis imperfekta type 5 is a rare genetic bond tissue disease characterized by excessive brittleness and deformities of bones. In addition to bone fractures in patients, this sub-type is typical of the formation of hypertrophic callus (heavy bone healing tissue) in the front arms and legs, and the development of calcified interosseous membrane (braclar membrane). The disease usually shows autozomal dominant inheritance and is caused by mutations in IFITM5 gene.
❓ What is osteogenesis imperfecta type 5 in Turkish?
The Turkish equivalent of "osteogenesis imperfecta type 5" is Osteogenezis İmperfekta Tip 5.
❓ Which medical field is Osteogenezis İmperfekta Tip 5 related to?
This term belongs to the Diseases category.