A Rare Encounter With Garre's Osteomyelitis of the Proximal Tibia: A Case Report

Garre's osteomyelitis, a rare form of chronic osteomyelitis, primarily affects the metaphyseal regions of long bones. This is frequently noted as an orthodontogenic infection in children and young adults. Dental infections are common underlying etiologies associated with Garre's osteomyelitis. This case of a 47-year-old female describes a rare clinical presentation of proximal tibial-localized Garre's osteomyelitis. The case highlights the diagnostic challenge of Garre's osteomyelitis due to the age at presentation and its management, necessitating a multidisciplinary approach. The patient had a good prognostic outcome, attributable to the precision of the diagnostic modalities and the persistence of the treatment plans available at our tertiary care center. This study clarifies the complex nature of proximal tibia osteomyelitis, highlighting the need for accuracy and persistence in treating this uncommon and difficult orthopedic ailment when presented to individuals in the fourth decade of their lives.