# Disease-Related Fractures

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## Labels

**Preferred Label:** Pathologic Fractures Due to Any Cause

**Alternative Labels:**

- Fractures Due to Bone Disease

## 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.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RpiyvcnyPAZ5hygNt0zO3j

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