OSLAM syndrome is characterised by the association of osteosarcoma, limb anomalies (clinodactyly with brachymesophalangy, bilateral radioulnar synostosis and absence of one digital ray of the foot) and red cell macrocytosis without anaemia.

Caries is a multifactorial bacterial infection affecting the structure of the tooth. This term has been used to describe the presence of more than expected dental caries.