What is the rachitic rosary seen in scurvy?
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Historically, the term "rachitic rosary" was often mistakenly used for the chest wall deformity caused by scurvy, leading to diagnostic confusion. However, modern medicine clarifies that while both rickets and scurvy can cause rib beading, the underlying pathophysiology of the *rachitic rosary seen in scurvy* is unique and distinct due to vitamin C deficiency. This article details the specific features and causes of this condition.
