[Infections of the spine : Pyogenic spondylodiscitis and implant-associated vertebral osteomyelitis].
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DOI: 10.1007/s00113-021-01002-w
Abstract: Pyogenic (unspecific) spondylodiscitis and implant-associated vertebral osteomyelitis (IAVO) are important diseases with the risk of neurological and septic complications. An early diagnosis is essential in which magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), histopathology and microbiological identification of… read more here.
Keywords: vertebral osteomyelitis; associated vertebral; spondylodiscitis implant; implant associated ... See more keywords
The diagnostic value of 18F–FDG-PET/CT and MRI in suspected vertebral osteomyelitis – a prospective study
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DOI: 10.1007/s00259-017-3912-0
Abstract: PurposeThe aim of this study was to determine the diagnostic value of 18F–fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) positron emission tomography and computed tomography (PET/CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in diagnosing vertebral osteomyelitis.MethodsFrom November 2015 until December 2016,… read more here.
Keywords: pet; 18f fdg; vertebral osteomyelitis; fdg pet ... See more keywords
Helicobacter cinaedi-infected aneurysm and vertebral osteomyelitis in an immunocompetent patient
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DOI: 10.1016/j.idcr.2022.e01426
Abstract: An 80-year-old immunocompetent man with hypertension and dyslipidemia was referred to our hospital with a 2-day history of loss of appetite and lower back pain. He had a history of cerebral infarction, arteriosclerosis obliterans in… read more here.
Keywords: system; bactec system; day; cinaedi ... See more keywords
Lomentospora prolificans vertebral osteomyelitis with spinal epidural abscess in an immunocompetent woman: Case report and literature review
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DOI: 10.1016/j.mmcr.2018.03.008
Abstract: Lomentospora prolificans is a rare cause of vertebral osteomyelitis. We report a case of L. prolificans thoracic vertebral osteomyelitis with spinal epidural abscess in a patient without apparent immunodeficiency. Clinical manifestations and radiographic findings could… read more here.
Keywords: vertebral osteomyelitis; case; epidural abscess; lomentospora prolificans ... See more keywords
Surgery is safe and effective when indicated in the acute phase of hematogenous pyogenic vertebral osteomyelitis
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DOI: 10.1080/23744235.2018.1562206
Abstract: Abstract Background: The overall benefit of surgical management in the acute phase of hematogenous pyogenic vertebral osteomyelitis remains difficult to evaluate because of the balance between potential functional benefit versus complications of surgery. Methods: Between… read more here.
Keywords: acute phase; surgery; vertebral osteomyelitis; hematogenous pyogenic ... See more keywords
Q fever vertebral osteomyelitis among adults: a case series and literature review
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DOI: 10.1080/23744235.2020.1871508
Abstract: Abstract Background Q fever osteoarticular infections are a rare complication of the chronic form of Q fever. We aimed to characterize chronic Q fever vertebral osteomyelitis through our experience and a review of the literature.… read more here.
Keywords: osteomyelitis; literature review; vertebral osteomyelitis; fever vertebral ... See more keywords
Microbiology of Vertebral Osteomyelitis and Implications on Empiric Therapy
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DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofx162.014
Abstract: Abstract Background The management of vertebral osteomyelitis (VO) includes empiric antibiotic therapy while clinical cultures are being processed. Optimal antimicrobial therapy for VO, particularly when Gram-negative (GN) organisms are involved, is an area of ongoing… read more here.
Keywords: vertebral osteomyelitis; empiric therapy; microbiology; therapy ... See more keywords
Treatment Failure in Vertebral Osteomyelitis
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DOI: 10.1097/brs.0000000000004420
Abstract: Study Design. Retrospective cohort study. Objective. The aim was to compare the influence of 2 common vertebral osteomyelitis (VO) causing pathogens on treatment failure within the first year of diagnosis. Summary of Background Data. VO… read more here.
Keywords: treatment; treatment failure; study; vertebral osteomyelitis ... See more keywords
Salmonella potsdam causing lumbar vertebral osteomyelitis
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000010682
Abstract: Rationale: Salmonella osteomyelitis is an uncommon complication of salmonella infection, especially the salmonella vertebral osteomyelitis (SVO). Patient concerns: We reported a case of a 29-year-old female who presented with serious lower back pain and severe… read more here.
Keywords: salmonella potsdam; causing lumbar; vertebral osteomyelitis; salmonella ... See more keywords
Imaging findings of vertebral osteomyelitis caused by nontuberculous mycobacterial organisms
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000029395
Abstract: Abstract Rationale: Prompt diagnosis of nontuberculous Mycobacterial (NTM) vertebral osteomyelitis is challenging, yet necessary to prevent serious morbidity and mortality. Here, we report 3 cases of vertebral osteomyelitis caused by NTM with imaging findings. Patient… read more here.
Keywords: osteomyelitis caused; osteomyelitis; vertebral osteomyelitis; nontuberculous mycobacterial ... See more keywords
Successful treatment of vertebral osteomyelitis due to Aspergillus flavus in an immunocompetent patient
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DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2022-251101
Abstract: Aspergillus osteomyelitis (AO) is a rare and often lethal opportunistic infection in predominantly immunocompromised patients. Treatment has shifted from amphotericin therapy to voriconazole monotherapy due to increased effectiveness and less toxicity. We report a case… read more here.
Keywords: due aspergillus; osteomyelitis; vertebral osteomyelitis; treatment ... See more keywords