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Hematogenous calcaneal osteomyelitis in children.

H Winiker1, A F Schärli

  • 1Department of Pediatric Surgery, Childrens' Hospital of Lucerne.

European Journal of Pediatric Surgery : Official Journal of Austrian Association of Pediatric Surgery ... [Et Al] = Zeitschrift Fur Kinderchirurgie
|August 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

Pediatric heel pain, often linked to sports, may indicate osteomyelitis of the calcaneus (OMC). Prompt diagnosis and combined surgical and antibiotic treatment are crucial for better outcomes in children.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Orthopedics
  • Pediatric Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Heel pain is common in active children, frequently associated with sports participation.
  • Inflammatory signs accompanying heel pain necessitate considering osteomyelitis until proven otherwise.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the diagnosis and treatment of acute or subacute osteomyelitis of the calcaneus (OMC) in children.
  • To emphasize the importance of differentiating OMC from other conditions like exogenous osteitis and calcaneal apophysitis.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of twenty children treated for OMC between 1980 and 1989.
  • Diagnostic work-up included laboratory tests, X-rays, scintiscanning, and focus aspiration.
  • Treatment involved surgical interventions (curettage, drainage) and prolonged antibiotic therapy.

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Main Results:

  • A comprehensive investigation schema enabled rapid and accurate diagnosis of OMC.
  • Combined surgical and antibiotic treatment was effective in managing pediatric calcaneal osteomyelitis.
  • Timely intervention potentially shortens disease course and reduces complications.

Conclusions:

  • Osteomyelitis of the calcaneus requires prompt diagnosis and management in pediatric patients presenting with heel pain and inflammation.
  • Effective treatment strategies involve a combination of surgical procedures and long-term antibiotics.
  • Early and appropriate management can minimize disease duration, prevent complications, and lower recurrence rates.