Osteopetrosis Flashcards
1
Q
what is osteopetrosis?
A
defective osteoclast function resulting in failure of normal bone resorption
=> dense, thick bones that are prone to fracture
2
Q
Describe the pattern of calcium, phosphate and ALP in osteopetrosis
A
calcium, phosphate and ALP are normal
3
Q
Potential treatments
A
stem cell transplant
interferon-gamma
