Problem
Polyostotic fibrous dysplasia
Nature:
Polyostotic fibrous dysplasia is a form of fibrous dysplasia affecting more than one bone. Fibrous dysplasia is a disorder where bone is replaced by fibrous tissue, leading to weak bones, uneven growth, and deformity.
McCune–Albright syndrome includes polyostotic fibrous dysplasia as part of its presentation. When polyostotic fibrous dysplasia manifests in the long bones, limping results; when it manifests in the face, asymmetric growth of the face can result.
One treatment that has been used is bisphosphonates.
Broader Problems:
Fibrous dysplasiaSkeletal dysplasias Subject(s):
Medicine → MalformationsRelated UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Problem Type:
G: Very specific problems Date of last update
24.06.1999 – 00:00 CEST