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SAPHO Syndrome Misdiagnosed as Spinal Infection: A Case Series

Xiaoyan Yang1, Jina Gu1, Chengjun Zeng1

  • 1Infectious Diseases Department, Ningbo No. 2 Hospital, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315010, People's Republic of China.

International Medical Case Reports Journal
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SAPHO syndrome, a rare inflammatory condition, can be mistaken for spinal infection. Early recognition of synovitis, acne, pustulosis, hyperostosis, and osteitis (SAPHO) syndrome is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

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PPPSAPHO syndromeacnebullhead signspinal infection

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