Paget's Disease is characterized by a greatly accelerated remodeling process in which osteoclastic resorption is massive and new bone formation by osteoblasts is extensive. As a result, there is an irregular thickening and softening of the bones and greatly increased vascularity, especially in bones of the skull, pelvis and extremities.
Paget's Disease
May 14, 2021 / by medi molt / in Terminology / with No comments /
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