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osteogenesis imperfecta type 17

info · Genetic · ICD-10: Q78.0

An osteogenesis imperfecta that has_material_basis_in mutation in the SPARC gene on chromosome 5q33.

Signs and symptoms

  • Osteoporosis
  • Recurrent fractures
  • Vertebral compression fracture
  • Kyphoscoliosis
  • Joint hypermobility
  • Reduced bone mineral density
  • Short stature
  • Syringomyelia
  • Decreased muscle mass
  • Hypotonia

Also known as: OI17; osteogenesis imperfecta type XVII