-Which of the following is the least likely cause of the abnormality in Figure 17-4?

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Osteopetrosis is a condition in which the bones are abnormally dense and hard. This can make the bones more brittle and susceptible to fracture. In Figure 17-4, the abnormality is a lytic lesion, which is a hole in the bone. This type of lesion is most commonly caused by cancer, such as lymphoma or osteoblastic metastasis. Paget disease is a condition in which the bones are abnormally thickened and weakened. This can also make the bones more susceptible to fracture, but it is not as likely to cause a lytic lesion.

-Which of the Following Is the Least Likely Cause of the Abnormality