Osteolysis versus osteomyelitis: A clinical case report
| Autor: | Kenrick J. Dennis, Rhonda Gretz, S.F. Hartley |
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| Rok vydání: | 1997 |
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medicine.medical_specialty Osteolysis Bone disease business.industry medicine.medical_treatment Osteomyelitis Osteotomy medicine.disease Surgery Diagnosis Differential Radiography Amputation Orthopedic surgery medicine Humans Female Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Hallux Valgus Osteitis Complication business |
| Zdroj: | The Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery. 36:294-300 |
| ISSN: | 1067-2516 |
| DOI: | 10.1016/s1067-2516(97)80076-2 |
| Popis: | Differentiating osteolysis and osteomyelitis is a formidable challenge for even the most experienced clinician. Although the two may have a similar presentation, the treatment regimen, morbidity, and long term prognosis for the patient are vastly dissimilar. The diagnosis of osteomyelitis carries with it a need for immediate and decisive action that may include early aggressive amputation. Conversely, the diagnosis of osteolysis necessitates a patient, conservative approach so as not to "burn any bridges", and to allow time for the affected part to heal. |
| Databáze: | OpenAIRE |
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