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Overview
About rare bone disease
The term rare bone disease encompasses a range of conditions affecting the skeleton, many of which have a genetic basis. These include osteogenesis imperfecta, X-linked hypophosphataemia, hypophosphatasia, fibrous dysplasia and primary bone marrow oedema syndromes. We are able to assess, diagnose and treat patients with these conditions and other rare bone problems in our clinic.
Why choose us?
Our department has expertise in the assessment and management of adults with rare bone diseases. Patients are seen in a monthly dedicated Consultant-led clinic with access to specialist imaging and laboratory testing to support patient care (including genetic testing where appropriate). We work closely with our specialist physiotherapy and occupational therapy teams, and have good links with other departments including orthopaedics and audiology.
Our hospital is part of the NHS UK adult rare bone disease collaborative network, meaning that we work together with other centres across the UK in order to provide the best care to individuals with rare bone disease and their families. We regularly participate in multidisciplinary meetings with other regional experts to share knowledge and expertise.
We are a prescribing centre for Burosumab for adults with X-linked hypophosphataemia.
