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ba0002p155 | (1) | ICCBH2013

Assessment of bone density in MPS IV (Morquio disease)

Kecskemethy Heidi , Harcke H Theodore , Ruhnke Kristen , Tomatsu Shunji

Objectives: i) Describe bone mineral density (BMD) of children with MPS IV (Morquio disease), a rare genetic disorder which produces skeletal deformity, small stature and results in physical limitations such as the ability to walk.ii) Examine fracture history and factors affecting bone health in Morquio.iii) Describe technical issues encountered in assessing BMD by DXA in Morquio.Methods: In this prospective ...