Which of the following statements is incorrect concerning osteomalacia (Rickets):
- A- The condition is associated with antituberculous therapy. True
- B- Loozer zones disappear following treatment. True
- C- The bony trabeculae are thinned. True (Coarse and ill defined "thinned or fuzzy ")
- D- The condition is associated with anticonvulsant therapy. True
- E- The condition is associated with osteopetrosis... This
The incorrect statement concerning osteomalacia (Rickets) is E. The condition is associated with osteopetrosis:
Explanation:
- Osteomalacia / Rickets is a condition characterized by softening of bones due to inadequate mineralization. This results in bone deformities, pain, and increased fracture risk.
- Osteopetrosis, on the other hand, is a rare disease characterized by excessive bone density. The bones become more dense and brittle, leading to fractures and other complications.
- Hence, these two conditions are diametrically opposite, with one characterized by a lack of bone mineralization and the other by excessive mineralization.
Therefore, E. The condition is associated with osteopetrosis is incorrect.
All other options are correct:
A. The condition is associated with antituberculous therapy:
Some antituberculous drugs can interfere with vitamin D metabolism, leading to rickets.
B. Loozer zones disappear following treatment:
Loozer zones are radiographic findings seen in rickets. They are areas of weakened bone and tend to disappear with successful treatment.
C. The bony trabeculae are thinned:
In rickets, the bony trabeculae (the network of bone tissue) become thin and poorly defined, resulting in weakened bones.
D. The condition is associated with anticonvulsant therapy:
Some anticonvulsant medications can interfere with vitamin D metabolism and contribute to rickets.
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