Unusual Manifestations of Osteoarticular Tuberculosis

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Abstract

Unusual manifestations of osteoarticular tuberculosis, especially tubercular osteomyelitis, are described. Diagnostic problems may arise and lead to delay in treatment if these conditions are not considered in the differential diagnosis. The importance of bacteriologic and histopathologic confirmation of the disease is stressed.

Topics & Keywords

Infectious Diseases and Tuberculosis Hematological disorders and diagnostics Orthopedic Infections and Treatments

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research

Volume 398, Issue 398, pp. 114-120

DOI: 10.1097/00003086-200205000-00016

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