Spinal epidural abscess as predicting factor for the necessity of early surgical intervention in patients with pyogenic spondylitis

Abstract Background Pyogenic spondylitis is a condition with low incidence that can lead to neurological sequelae and even life-threatening conditions. While conservative methods, including antibiotics and bracing, are considered the first-line treatment option for pyogenic spondylitis, it is import...

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Main Authors: Jiwon Park, Sangsoo Han, Yeong Jeon, Jae-Young Hong
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-07-01
Series:BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-023-06703-4