McLean, W. and Olsen, B. R. (2004) Diseases of excess bone formation. In: Bronner, F. and Farach-Carson, M. C. (eds.) Bone Formation. Series: Topics in bone biology (1). Springer: London, pp. 120-137. ISBN 9781849969000 (doi: 10.1007/978-1-4471-3777-1_7)
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Abstract
The skeleton is an organ system composed of several specific tissue types, including cartilage and bone. It provides support and protection for soft tissues and other organs of the body, allows for movement through coordinated activities with the neuromuscular system, and is essential for maintenance of calcium homeostasis.
Item Type: | Book Sections |
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Status: | Published |
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Mclean, Professor William |
Authors: | McLean, W., and Olsen, B. R. |
College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing > Dental School |
Publisher: | Springer |
ISBN: | 9781849969000 |
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