Rickets Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
definition
A
Failure or delay in bone mineralization
2
Q
etiology
A
Vitamin D Deficiency !!
3
Q
Laboratory findings
A
– Phosphate Low , Ca+2 Low - ALK-P high !! - PTH
4
Q
Clinical Features
A
- Craniotabe
- Bowlegs “Genu varum”
- CXR: Rachitic Rosary(Prominent widened
costochondral junction)
5
Q
Treatment
A
Vitamin D Supplements
