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  • Fungal musculoskeletal infections are uncommon and often present with subacute or indolent symptoms, mimicking other conditions.
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  • Fungal etiologies vary geographically and by host immune status, impacting the differential diagnosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the diverse clinical presentations and etiologies of fungal musculoskeletal infections.
  • To highlight the critical role of imaging in evaluating these infections.
  • To discuss how imaging findings, when combined with clinical context, can aid in diagnosis.

Main Methods:

  • Review of imaging findings in fungal osteoarticular infections.
  • Correlation of imaging features with specific fungal pathogens and clinical scenarios.
  • Discussion of differential diagnostic considerations based on imaging and epidemiology.

Main Results:

  • Imaging findings in fungal musculoskeletal infections are often nonspecific, including osteomyelitis, arthritis, bone destruction, and joint space narrowing.
  • Multifocal osteomyelitis and chronic arthritis with effusion and synovial thickening can occur.
  • Certain imaging patterns, when considered with clinical history, geographic location, and affected site, can help narrow the differential diagnosis.

Conclusions:

  • Accurate diagnosis of fungal musculoskeletal infections relies on integrating often nonspecific imaging findings with clinical presentation, patient history, and geographic factors.
  • Radiologists must consider fungal etiologies in the differential diagnosis of bone and joint infections, especially in at-risk populations or endemic areas.
  • A comprehensive approach combining clinical, epidemiological, and imaging data is essential for effective management.