http://www.orthopaedicweblinks.com Patient Information about Osteogensis Imperfecta en-us Thu Feb 21 2008 22:43:29 GMT Copyright 2005 OWL Inc. orthopaedicweblinks@gmail.com (Christian Veillette) orthopaedicweblinks@gmail.com (OWL Inc.) http://www.orthopaedicweblinks.com/Detailed/10521.html What is osteogenesis imperfecta? Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), also known as brittle-bone disease, is a genetic (inherited) disorder characterized by bones that break easily without a specific cause. An estimated 20,000 to 50,000 people in the US have this disease. OI can affect males and females of all races. 2006-12-10 22:43:29 GMT http://www.orthopaedicweblinks.com/cgi-bin/owl/jump.cgi?ID=10521 http://www.orthopaedicweblinks.com/Detailed/8920.html Systematic information about Osteogenesis Imperfecta. Useful for all levels 2005-10-17 22:43:29 GMT http://www.orthopaedicweblinks.com/cgi-bin/owl/jump.cgi?ID=8920 http://www.orthopaedicweblinks.com/Detailed/10519.html On this page: Description Genetic changes Inheritance Treatment Additional information Other names Glossary definitions What is osteogenesis imperfecta? Osteogenesis imperfecta is a group of genetic disorders that mainly affect the bones. The term "osteogenesis imperfecta" means imperfect bone formation. People with this condition have bones that are soft, brittle, and easily broken. Multiple fractures are common, and in severe cases, can occur even before birth. 2006-12-10 22:43:29 GMT http://www.orthopaedicweblinks.com/cgi-bin/owl/jump.cgi?ID=10519 http://www.orthopaedicweblinks.com/Detailed/8396.html Overview of this "brittle bone disease" includes description, treatment options, and precautions. 2004-11-22 22:43:29 GMT http://www.orthopaedicweblinks.com/cgi-bin/owl/jump.cgi?ID=8396 American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons http://www.orthopaedicweblinks.com/Detailed/270.html Includes information on what this disease is, information resources, support programs, and medical treatments. 2002-01-11 22:43:29 GMT http://www.orthopaedicweblinks.com/cgi-bin/owl/jump.cgi?ID=270 Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation