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Monostotic fibrous dysplasia affects only two or more bones.
Monostotic fibrous dysplasia affects only two or more bones.
False
Approximately 70% of fibrous dysplasia cases are classified as polyostotic fibrous dysplasia.
Approximately 70% of fibrous dysplasia cases are classified as polyostotic fibrous dysplasia.
False
McCune-Albright syndrome is a rare form of fibrous dysplasia that occurs in about 10% of cases.
McCune-Albright syndrome is a rare form of fibrous dysplasia that occurs in about 10% of cases.
True
The skull is the least commonly affected site in monostotic fibrous dysplasia.
The skull is the least commonly affected site in monostotic fibrous dysplasia.
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Polyostotic fibrous dysplasia refers to a condition where only one bone is involved.
Polyostotic fibrous dysplasia refers to a condition where only one bone is involved.
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Study Notes
Fibrous Dysplasia Types
- Monostotic fibrous dysplasia: Only one bone is affected. This is the most common type, representing about 7 out of 10 cases. The skull is commonly affected.
- Polyostotic fibrous dysplasia: Two or more bones are affected.
- McCune-Albright syndrome: Fibrous dysplasia is combined with hormone imbalances and skin pigment changes. Approximately 1 in 10 cases of fibrous dysplasia are diagnosed as McCune-Albright syndrome.
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Test your knowledge on the different types of fibrous dysplasia. This quiz covers the characteristics of monostotic and polyostotic fibrous dysplasia, as well as the McCune-Albright syndrome. Perfect for students and professionals in the medical field.
