Disease-Related Fractures
type: Class
preferred label: Pathologic Fractures Due to Any Cause
alternative label: Fractures Due to Bone Disease
subclass of: RpiyvcnyPAZ5hygNt0zO3j
definition: Pathologic fractures occur when a bone breaks in response to minimal or no trauma due to an underlying disease or condition that weakens the bone structure. These fractures are typically associated with conditions such as osteoporosis, tumors, or infections that compromise bone integrity.