Image: X-ray of osteogenesis imperfecta type 5 in newborn - right leg

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Description: edit X-rays of a full term neonate boy who was found to have crackles from the chest. Later genetic testing revealed osteogenesis imperfecta type 5. Vertebrae and ribs... ...with multiple rib fractures Right leg, with somewhat deformed long bones (mainly the femur) with widened metaphyses There is also a cortical fracture on the fibula Left leg. Left arm... ...with a periosteal reaction indicating a fracture. Right arm
Title: X-ray of osteogenesis imperfecta type 5 in newborn - right leg
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Author: Mikael Häggström, M.D. Author info - Reusing images - Conflicts of interest: NoneMikael Häggström, M.D. Consent note: Written informed consent was obtained from a parent of the individual, including for online publication.
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