Osteomalacia--fifty five patients seen in a teaching institution over a 4 year period
Mathew, J.T.; Seshadri, M.S.; Thomas, K.; Krishnaswami, H.; Cherian, A.M.
Journal of the Association of Physicians of India 42(9): 692-694
1994
ISSN/ISBN: 0004-5772 PMID: 7883661 Document Number: 435163
A retrospective analysis of 55 cases of osteomalacia shows that poor calcium intake and poor sunlight exposure are the most common causes for osteomalacia. However, in patients with normal nutritional history, other disorders such as renal tubular acidosis and tumour induced osteomalacia should be looked for. A careful drug history, particularly anticonvulsant use is essential. In 4 patients there was an association between anti-tuberculous drug use and osteomalacia. Further prospective studies are needed to determine the relationship between Rifamicin use and osteomalacia.