Systematic Review of Heel Puncture-Related Osteomyelitis of the Calcaneus in Newborn Infants

ConclusionsThis study offers valuable insights into a rare condition, including its epidemiology, clinical and laboratory characteristics, and treatment options for infants with HP-CO. To prevent the risk of osteomyelitis in this vulnerable group of patients, increasing awareness and maintaining strict aseptic techniques is necessary. We recommend that infants presenting with tenderness, redness, purulent discharge, erythema, or fever and with a history of repeated HP and swollen ankles should be evaluated for suspicion of osteomyelitis.A graphical abstract is avilable for this article.Graphical Abstract
Source: Infectious Diseases and Therapy - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research