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Diagnosis and Surgical Treatment of Human Brucellar Spondylodiscitis
Published on: May 23, 2021
Kingella kingae spondylodiscitis in a child.
H J S Bining1, G Saigal, J Chankowsky
1Department of Diagnostic Radiology, McGill University, 1650 Cedar Avenue, Montreal, Quebec, H3G 1A4, Canada. hjsbining@yahoo.ca
The British Journal of Radiology
|October 27, 2006
Summary
Kingella kingae is an emerging cause of pediatric osteoarticular infections. Prompt identification via image-guided aspiration can optimize treatment for conditions like spondylodiscitis.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric infectious diseases
- Musculoskeletal infections
- Microbiology
Background:
- Osteoarticular infections in children are commonly caused by Staphylococcus aureus.
- Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment are crucial for favorable outcomes.
Observation:
- A case of spondylodiscitis in a young child is presented.
- Image-guided disc aspiration was utilized for pathogen isolation.
Findings:
- Kingella kingae was isolated, differing from the typical Staphylococcus aureus.
- This identification led to treatment modification and optimization.
Implications:
- Highlights Kingella kingae as a significant pathogen in pediatric osteoarticular infections.
- Emphasizes the importance of considering less common pathogens in pediatric bone and joint infections.
- Underscores the role of image-guided aspiration in accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment.
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