Publication: Osteogenesis Imperfecta: An Uncommon Association with Non-Communicating Hydrocephalus
Date
2013
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Publisher
Nepal Paediatric Society (JNPS)
Abstract
Abstract:
Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a generalised disorder of connective tissue presenting with fragile bones, blue sclera and early deafness. Hydrocephalus is usually associated with type 2 OI. Here we present a rare case of noncommunicating hydrocephalus and patent foramen ovale in type 3 OI.
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K Chatterjee
Calcutta Medical College
S Dolui
Calcutta National Medical College and Hospital
S Das
B C Roy Children Hospital
A Paul
Calcutta National Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata
Keywords
osteogenesis imperfecta, types, hydrocephalus, deafness