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Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type 5
An osteogenesis imperfecta that is caused by mutation in the IFITM5 gene on chromosome 11p15.
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Overview
An osteogenesis imperfecta that is caused by mutation in the IFITM5 gene on chromosome 11p15.
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