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Osteogenesis imperfecta type 111

Osteogenesis Imperfecta is a rare inherited disorder affecting connective tissue integrity, characterized by bone fragility of varying severity ranging from lethal forms to those with very minimal features. Here, we are presenting a case of 3 months old infant with multiple fractures sustained during routine handling .Baby was diagnosed as OI type III, which is the most severe non-lethal form of the disease. Early diagnosis and institution of new modalities of treatments like bisphosphonates and surgical stabilization gives better prognosis in these patients.