hrp0094p2-59 | Bone, growth plate and mineral metabolism | ESPE2021

Vertebral compression and shape in children with osteogenesis imperfecta on regular Zoledronic acid infusions

Baioumi Alaa , El Houssinie Moustafa , Elsedfy Heba ,

Introduction: Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) is a group of rare hereditary collagen disorders. Vertebral compression fractures and vertebral deformities are well-known complications of OI. Intravenous zoledronic acid is widely used to improve the bone mineral density in children with OI. This study aimed at assessment of the changes in vertebral compression and shape in children who received regular zoledronic acid infusions.Method...