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New research cracks mystery behind this rare bone disorder
Updated On: 12 April, 2018 02:52 PM IST | Washington D.C. [U.S.A.] | ANI
The rare disorder, known as melorheostosis, causes excess bone formation that resembles dripping candle wax on x-rays
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A new research has found that a certain gene mutation causes 'dripping candle wax' bone disease. The new study, led by National Institute of Health, offered potential treatment targets for the rare disease, providing important clues about bone development. The findings might lead to insights about fracture healing and osteoporosis.
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