A rare clinical presentation of osteomalacia mimicking bony metastatsis in adult

Abstract

Vitamin D deficiency in adults results in secondary hyperparathyrodism. This leads to osteoclast activation and bone resorption resulting in osteomalacia, [1] this leads to joint pain and bone shadowing on imaging that may be mistaken for metastatic disease. This case highlights a need for closer monitoring of vitamin D levels especially in elderly patients who may also be suffering from a degree of chronic kidney failure.