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We present four infants with seizures, and one without seizures, in whom the diagnosis of rickets was first suggested because of a demineralized skull. A review of the skull films in all of our patients with rickets showed that 20 of 25 (80%) showed demineralization. Demineralization of the skull is a common and important feature of rickets. Furthermore, as demonstrated by our cases, it may be the first clue to the presence of rickets in certain infants.
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Swischuk, L.E., Hayden, C.K. Seizures and demineralization of the skull A diagnostic presentation of rickets. Pediatr Radiol 6, 65–67 (1977). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00973524
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