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Review
. 2014 Sep;12(3):300-12.
doi: 10.1007/s11914-014-0222-3.

Bone morbidity in childhood leukemia: epidemiology, mechanisms, diagnosis, and treatment

Sogol Mostoufi-Moab  1 , Jacqueline Halton
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Review

Bone morbidity in childhood leukemia: epidemiology, mechanisms, diagnosis, and treatment

Sogol Mostoufi-Moab et al. Curr Osteoporos Rep. 2014 Sep.

Abstract

Skeletal abnormalities are commonly seen in children and adolescents with leukemia. The spectrum ranges from mild pain to debilitating osteonecrosis (ON) and fractures. In this review, we summarize the skeletal manifestations, provide an update on therapeutic strategies for prevention and treatment, and discuss the most recent advances in musculoskeletal research. Early recognition of skeletal abnormalities and strategies to optimize bone health are essential to prevent long-term skeletal sequelae and diminished quality of life observed in children and adolescents with leukemia.

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Conflict of interest statement

S. Mostoufi-Moab and J. Halton declare that they have no conflicts of interest.

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