Fracture callus in osteopetrosis.

de Palma, L; Tulli, A; Maccauro, G; Sabetta, S P; del Torto, M · Clin Orthop Relat Res · 1994

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

The histologic features of bone callus after a traumatic fracture in a patient with osteopetrosis are presented. The fracture callus develops in stages that are apparently normal. The tissue is initially rich in bone-forming cells and vessels. One year later, however, unlike mature osteopetrotic bone, the tissue shows no Haversian organization.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy