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osteopetrosis — Definition
osteopetrozis / osteopetrosis
osteopetrozis is a rare genetic disease, which causes the bones to become abnormally dense and harsh. This condition occurs as a result of dysfunction of bone destruction cells called osteoclast and prevents normal reshape of bone tissue. Clinically, there may be findings such as increased risk of fractures in patients, bone pain, anemia and numbness of head nerves, or hearing loss.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ What is osteopetrozis?
osteopetrozis; osteopetrozis is a rare genetic disease, which causes the bones to become abnormally dense and harsh. This condition occurs as a result of dysfunction of bone destruction cells called osteoclast and prevents normal reshape of bone tissue. Clinically, there may be findings such as increased risk of fractures in patients, bone pain, anemia and numbness of head nerves, or hearing loss.
❓ What is osteopetrosis in Turkish?
The Turkish equivalent of "osteopetrosis" is osteopetrozis.
❓ Which medical field is osteopetrozis related to?
This term belongs to the Diseases category.