Chapter 15 Pathology- Bones Flashcards
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ewing sarcoma
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rare malignant tumor arising in bone; most often occuring in children
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exostosis
A
bony growth (benign) arising from the surface of bone
3
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fracture
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traumatic breaking of a bone
4
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osteogenic sarcoma
A
common malignant tumor arising from osteoblasts, found primarily in children
5
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osteomalacia
A
softening of bone, with inadequate amounts of mineral (calcium) in the bone
6
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osteomyelitis
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inflammation of the bone and bone marrow secondary to infection
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osteoporosis
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decrease in bone density; thinning and weakening of bone
8
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talipes
A
congenital abnormality of the hindfoot (involving the talus)
