Osteomalacia: practice question

A Orthopaedics question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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Orthopaedics · Osteomalacia

Sample item

What is the main defect in osteomalacia?

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The answer and the reasoning

A. Impaired mineralization of osteoid

This item reviews Osteomalacia; Impaired mineralization of osteoid is the single best answer because it matches the clinical pattern described.

Option by option

  • A. Impaired mineralization of osteoid (correct)

    Correct. Impaired mineralization of osteoid directly fits the key features in the stem.

  • B. Ligament rupture

    Ligament rupture is not supported by the defining findings.

  • C. Loss of cartilage only

    Loss of cartilage only does not match the stated presentation.

  • D. Joint infection

    Joint infection is a plausible alternative but not the best answer here.

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What is the answer to this Orthopaedics question?

The best answer is A, Impaired mineralization of osteoid. This item reviews Osteomalacia; Impaired mineralization of osteoid is the single best answer because it matches the clinical pattern described.

Why is "Ligament rupture" not the answer?

Ligament rupture is not supported by the defining findings.

Why is "Loss of cartilage only" not the answer?

Loss of cartilage only does not match the stated presentation.

Why is "Joint infection" not the answer?

Joint infection is a plausible alternative but not the best answer here.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Osteomalacia in Orthopaedics. The correct option holds because: Correct. Impaired mineralization of osteoid directly fits the key features in the stem.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study Osteomalacia?

Pair each fracture with its classic complication and nerve injured. Then use the flashcards and the other Orthopaedics questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.