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February 20, 2020
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Musculoskeletal abnormalities common in adult X-linked hypophosphatemia

Abnormal bony projections in joint spaces and at attachments of tendons or ligaments were common among a small cohort of middle-aged adults with X-linked hypophosphatemia, progressively impairing joint range of motion, gait and physical function and warranting a longitudinal care plan, according to findings published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.