Department of paediatrics, Meenakshi Medical College & Research Institute, Enathur Kancheepuram, Tamil Nadu, India
*Corresponding author email: drnagarajmv@gmail.com
Online published on 15 January, 2014.
Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) the most common genetic cause of osteoporosis is a generalized disorder of connective tissue, characterized by increased bone fragility, low bone mass, recurrent fractures & numerous extraosseous features with unusual presentations. We report a case of 7 year old female child presenting with respiratory distress with bowing of limb. This case is presented for its rarity.
Osteogenesis imperfecta, Multiple malunited fractures, Recurrent respiratory infections, Chest wall deformity