The presence and number of osteoclasts have been variable,
some reports indicating increased numbers and others
decreased or absent cells. The findings at femoral fracture sites
have been similar except for one report, sampling the iliac crest
and the fracture site, demonstrating a sixfold increase in osteoclasts
at the femoral fracture site [33]. However, detailed
descriptions of the actual morphology of the osteoclasts in these
cases are wanting.