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Vivek H Jadawala1, Sanjay V Deshpande1, Ankur Salwan1
1Department of Orthopaedics, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.
Tuberculosis (TB) can affect bones, including the calcaneum (heel bone), leading to tuberculous osteomyelitis (OM). Early diagnosis and anti-tubercular therapy (AKT) are crucial for treating this rare condition, with surgery reserved for severe cases.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Infectious Diseases
- Radiology
Background:
- Tuberculosis (TB) is a significant global health issue, primarily affecting the lungs but capable of spreading to other organs.
- Tuberculous osteomyelitis (OM) of the calcaneum (heel bone) is exceptionally rare in adults and often misdiagnosed or delayed in diagnosis.
- Delayed diagnosis of calcaneal tuberculous OM can lead to prolonged morbidity and treatment challenges.
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