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ba0006p126 | (1) | ICCBH2017

A case of severe reaction following the use of Bisphosphonates in a patient with Osteogenesis Imperfecta

Park Julie , Alsaffar Hussain , Apperley Louise , Bishop Nick , Dharmaraj Poonam , Ramakrishnan Renuka

Background: We present a case of unusual delayed multi-systemic reaction, following treatment with Pamidronate. The reaction, resembling rhabdomyolysis, requiring intensive care support, has not been reported previously to our knowledge.Presenting problem: An 11 month old boy with severe osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) presented with hyperpyrexia and respiratory distress 10 days after his fifth cycle of Pamidronate. He had significant derangement of his bio...