Pathology - Bones Flashcards
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Ewing sarcoma
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Rare malignant tumor arising in bone; most often occurring in children.
2
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exostosis
A
Bony growth (benign) arising from the surface of bone.
3
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fracture
A
Traumatic breaking of a bone.
4
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osteogenic sarcoma (osteosarcoma)
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Common malignant tumor arising from osteoblasts, found primarily in children and adolescents.
5
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osteomalacia
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Softening of bone, with inadequate amounts of mineral (calcium) in the bone.
6
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osteomyelitits
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Inflammation of the bone and bone marrow secondary to infection.
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osteoporosis
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Decrease in bone density (mass); thinning and weakening of bone.
