Osteogenesis Imperfecta in a Young Nigerian Boy

Abstract

Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is an extremely rare congenital anomaly with similarities to various congenital and acquired musculoskeletal anomalies. Depending on the severity of the disease, presentation can be early or late. The late presentation of this anomaly in a young Nigerian boy whose clinical and radiographic findings fitted that of type III OI Sillence classification, and its similarities with other disorders such as Battered baby syndrome in this environment prompted its report.

Key words: Osteogenesis imperfecta, Battered Baby syndrome, Young Nigerian