Osteopetrosis (Noun)
Meaning
An inherited disorder characterized by an increase in bone density; in severe forms the bone marrow cavity may be obliterated.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Osteopetrosis is a rare inherited disorder that affects the development and structure of bones.
- People with osteopetrosis may experience an increased risk of bone fractures and osteomyelitis.
- In severe forms of osteopetrosis, the bone marrow cavity can be obliterated, leading to bone marrow failure.
- Symptoms of osteopetrosis may not appear until later in childhood or even adulthood.
- Research into osteopetrosis is ongoing, and there is currently no cure for this condition.