Osteogenesis Imperfecta: An Uncommon Association with Non-Communicating Hydrocephalus

[摘要] Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a generalised disorder of connective tissue presenting with fragile bones, blue sclera and early deafness. Hydrocephalus is usually associated with type 2 OI. Here we present a rare case of noncommunicating hydrocephalus and patent foramen ovale in type 3 OI.

[学科分类] 儿科学

[关键词] osteogenesis imperfecta;types;hydrocephalus;deafness