Osteogenesis Imperfecta in neonatal period in Cameroon: A case report

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.

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Published in:Clinical case reports Vol. 9; no. 1; pp. 526 - 530
Main Authors: Mbono Betoko, Ritha Carole, Ngo Um Sap, Suzanne, Ngo Yamben, Marie-Ange, Tony Nengom, Jocelyn, Koki Ndombo, Paul
Format: Report
Language:English
Published: 01-01-2021
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Summary: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.
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ISSN:2050-0904
2050-0904
DOI:10.1002/ccr3.3572