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fibrous dysplasia |
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fibrous dysplasia [′fī·brəs dis′plā·zhə] (medicine) Extensive formation of fibrous tissue and transformation of bony tissue in one or more bones. Development of abnormal amounts of fibrous tissue in the mammary glands. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Fibrous dysplasia typically occurs in patients between the ages of 5 and 15 years. Histologic differentiation of fibrous dysplasia and ossifying fibroma is controversial. This characteristic easily distinguishes COF from fibrous dysplasia. |
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