The sclerae of a newborn infant with osteogenesis imperfecta are typically described as

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Osteogenesis imperfecta is an inherited disorder of the connective tissue marked by defective bone matrix,short stature,and abnormal bone fragility.Additional clinical findings are multiple fractures with minimal trauma,blue sclerae (caused by thinning of the sclerae,which allows the choroid to show through),early deafness,opalescent teeth,a tendency to capillary bleeding,translucent skin,and joint instability.In light-skinned persons the sclera is white with small,superficial blood vessels.In dark-skinned individuals,the sclera may have tiny brown patches of melanin or a grayish blue or "muddy" color.Yellow sclera indicate jaundice.

The Sclerae of a Newborn Infant with Osteogenesis Imperfecta Are