Osteogenesis Imperfecta : A Case Report

Abstract

     Osteogenesis Imperfecta is a rare genetically based skeletal disorders characterized by abnormally brittle bones. An incidence of 1 : 30,000 Live births has been suggested. The case of 6 years old boy came to Satuk hopital because of multiple bony fractures from minor physical injury leading to malunion and deformity of right leg. He has blue sclerae and can not walk. His father had multiple bony fractures when he was young. He uses knees to walk instead of feet because of severe deformity of his legs. He has blue sclerae too. This is the first case report of Osteogenesis Imperfecta in Satuk hospital.