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Which type of fibrous dysplasia is less frequent compared to the monostotic type?
Which type of fibrous dysplasia is less frequent compared to the monostotic type?
- Polystatic (correct)
- Endocrine dysfunction
- Monostatic
- McCune-Albright syndrome
Which bones are usually affected in the monostotic type of fibrous dysplasia?
Which bones are usually affected in the monostotic type of fibrous dysplasia?
- Rib, femur, tibia, or cranio-facial bones (correct)
- McCune-Albright syndrome
- Polystatic
- Endocrine dysfunction
What is the characteristic feature of the affected bone in fibrous dysplasia?
What is the characteristic feature of the affected bone in fibrous dysplasia?
- Thinning out of the cortex of bone
- Replacement of medulla by gritty, grayish white, firm fibrous tissue
- Expanded and distorted in shape (correct)
- Irregular shaped bone trabeculae deposited in a fibrous stroma
What is the association of widespread fibrous dysplasia with endocrine dysfunction and skin hyperpigmentation called?
What is the association of widespread fibrous dysplasia with endocrine dysfunction and skin hyperpigmentation called?