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Tuberculosis
Studies from S.R. Ramdurg et al further understanding of tuberculosis
April 7th, 2009
"Spinal intramedullary tuberculosis is a rare disease. This study aims to acquaint readers with its clinicoradiological features and emphasizes the importance of early treatment in intramedullary spinal tuberculosis," scientists in New Delhi, India report. "Retrospective analysis was conducted from 1985 to 2006 over a period of 21 years and data were retrieved from patient records at our institute (single centre study). Clinicoradiological and pathological data were reviewed along with final outcome at discharge and analyzed. Fifteen patients were analyzed. Mean age of presentation was 31 years (range: 18-45 years), with average duration at presentation being 11 months...
Source: TB & Outbreaks Week (2009-04-07)
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