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Osteomyelitis
Studies from A. Sethi and colleagues provide new data on osteomyelitis
September 23rd, 2008
In this recently published article, scientists in New Delhi, India conducted a study "To analyse current trends in our population with respect to the presentation, diagnosis and management of tubercular and chronic pyogenic osteomyelitis of the cranio-facial bones. Retrospective study. Tertiary healthcare centre." "The study population comprised 14 patients with tubercular and chronic pyogenic osteomyelitis who were managed in the otorhinolaryngology department between May 2002 and December 2005. Odontogenic infections, sinus infections and aural infections were the most commonly identified aetiological factors. Most of the patients presented with swelling, pain and...
Source: TB & Outbreaks Week (2008-09-23)
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