Research Progress Related to Osteopetrosis
Research into causes and treatments of osteopetrosis continue to focus on:
- Genetic and molecular mechanisms of abnormal bone formation and breakdown.
- Development of medications to treat specific types of the disease.
- Optimal surgical strategies for management of complications.
- Modifications to bone marrow transplantation approaches that would decrease the risks of transplantation and make it a potential option for people with select types of osteopetrosis.
For more info
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics
Website: cdc.gov/nchs (en inglés)
NHGRI Genetic and Rare Diseases Information Center
Website: https://www.genome.gov/Health (en inglés)
Genetics Home Reference
Website: https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/ (en inglés)
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Website: aaos.org (en inglés)
Orphanet
Website: http://www.orpha.net (en inglés)
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