The most common type of fibrous dysplasia, characterized by involvement of a single bone, is termed

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Monostotic fibrous dysplasia, the most common type of fibrous dysplasia, is characterized by involvement of a single bone. Paget disease is characterized by resorption, osteoblastic repair, and remineralization of involved bone, typically the pelvis and spinal column. It is not a type of fibrous dysplasia. Polyostotic fibrous dysplasia is characterized by involvement of more than one bone. Central giant cell granuloma is not a type of fibrous dysplasia.

The Most Common Type of Fibrous Dysplasia, Characterized by Involvement