Why does osteomyelitis in the adult population lead to pathologic fracture?
A) The epiphyseal growth plate is usually involved.
B) The periosteum is loosely attached to bone and moves away easily.
C) Osteomyelitis is rare in adults.
D) Infection disrupts and weakens the cortex inside the bone without pain.
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