Etymed
osteodystrophy
Definition
A condition characterized by abnormal bone development or function due to nutritional or metabolic disorders
Clinical context
A 65-year-old patient with chronic kidney disease presents with bone pain and fractures. Laboratory studies reveal elevated phosphate levels and decreased calcium levels. X-rays show evidence of bone deformities and pathological fractures. This patient has secondary hyperparathyroidism leading to renal osteodystrophy. The metabolic disturbance affects bone mineralization and leads to bone fragility.
Mnemonic
Osteo = bone, dystrophy = bad development - think 'bad bone development' due to metabolic problems