The diagnosis and management of discitis and spinal infection

Discitis and spinal infections are both common presentations within the field of spinal surgery, but the diagnosis and management can be challenging. When identified and treated early, the patient outcomes are very good and often do not require surgical intervention. Conversely, delayed presentations with neurological compromise are  a surgical emergency requiring aggressive treatment to prevent irreversible spinal cord and spinal deformity. A multidisciplinary approach involving surgeons and microbiologists prevent the need for surgical intervention.
Source: Surgery (Medicine Publishing) - Category: Surgery Authors: Tags: Neurosurgery Source Type: research