Osteogenesis Imperfecta in neonatal period in Cameroon: A case report

Clin Case Rep. 2020 Nov 20;9(1):526-530. doi: 10.1002/ccr3.3572. eCollection 2021 Jan.

Abstract

Early forms of Osteogenesis Imperfecta should be considered as main etiology of bone deformities in newborns. Prenatal diagnosis and genetic counseling should be improved in Africa. Management of these children remains difficult in low-income countries.

Keywords: Osteogenesis Imperfecta; bone fragility; fractures; neonatal period.

Publication types

  • Case Reports