This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery
Rachitic rosary is a feature of: March 2013 (c) 
Select and explain. 
A. Rickets, B. Scurvy, C. Osteomalacia, D. Osteoporosis
A: Rickets
Answer: A: Rickets 
Explanation: Ans. A i.e. Rickets Rickets Pathology: Defective mineralization of osteoid/ bones & cailage Features: - Craniotabes, - Wide open fontanelle, - Rachitic rosary (Enlargement of costochondral junction) X-ray appearances: - Widening & thickening of epiphysis, Cupping & fraying of metaphysis