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What is the nickname for brittle bone disease? Understanding Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI)

Oct 2, 2025 •

4 min read

Affecting an estimated 1 in 12,000 to 15,000 babies, understanding a condition's official name is key for accurate information. So, what is the nickname for brittle bone disease? The clinical and more common term used is osteogenesis imperfecta, or OI.