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A rare case of Pott's disease, a complication of Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) therapy for bladder cancer, is presented. This highlights the need for more research into BCG-related spinal infections and their risk factors.

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  • Infectious Diseases
  • Spinal Surgery

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  • Non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) is often treated with intravesical Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG).
  • Systemic BCG infection is a rare but serious complication.
  • Pott's disease, or tuberculous spondylitis, is an uncommon manifestation of disseminated BCG infection.

Observation:

  • An 89-year-old male with a history of NMIBC treated with intravesical BCG presented with a right psoas abscess.
  • Radiographic imaging revealed new erosive changes in the L3/L4 vertebral bodies.

Findings:

  • The clinical presentation and imaging findings were consistent with Pott's disease.
  • This case represents a rare instance of spinal involvement secondary to intravesical BCG therapy.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the potential for BCG to cause systemic infection, including vertebral osteomyelitis and psoas abscess.
  • Further investigation into the risk factors and optimal management strategies for systemic BCG complications is warranted.
  • Clinicians should maintain a high index of suspicion for disseminated BCG infection in patients presenting with relevant symptoms after intravesical BCG treatment.