A genetic disorder in which bones are abnormally fragile, leading to multiple breaks and deformity. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
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What is Osteodystrophy?
A defective bone formation. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Osteoclast?
A cell that breaks down unwanted bone tissue; also refers to a device for fracturing a bone to correct a deformity. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Osteochondroma?
A noncancerous tumor made up of bone and cartilage. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Osteochondritis Juvenilis?
An inflammation of a growing section of bone in a child or adolescent. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Osteochondritis Dissecans?
A bone degeneration inside of a joint, causing small pieces of bone and cartilage to become detached. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Osteoblast?
A cell that forms bone. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Osteoarthritis?
See Degenerative arthritis. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Osteitis Deformans?
Another name for Paget’s disease. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org
What is Osteitis?
An inflammation of bone. Reference: •American Medical Association Definitions of Medical Terms – https://www.ama-assn.org