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Osteomalacia, rickets, and renal osteodystrophy
Key Points ■ Osteomalacia is caused by a defect in the mineralization of osteoid laid down by mature osteoblasts. The most common causes of osteomalacia and rickets are vitamin D deficiency and calcium deficiency. Any acquired or inherited disorder that…