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    Computed tomography (CT) scans reveal characteristic vertebral body fragmentation in spinal interspace infections. CT imaging aids in earlier diagnosis of discitis compared to plain radiographs, which are often delayed or obscured.

    Area of Science:

    • Radiology
    • Spinal Imaging
    • Infectious Disease

    Background:

    • Spinal interspace infections, including discitis, present diagnostic challenges.
    • Plain radiographs often show delayed or obscured signs of discitis due to degenerative changes.
    • Early and accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective management of spinal infections.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To report findings from clinical, laboratory, and radiographic examinations of patients with spinal interspace infections.
    • To evaluate the utility of computed tomography (CT) in diagnosing spinal interspace infections.
    • To compare the diagnostic efficacy of CT scans versus plain radiographs for discitis.

    Main Methods:

    • Clinical, laboratory, and radiographic examinations were performed on seven patients.

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  • CT scans were utilized to assess spinal interspace infections.
  • Sagittal-coronal reformations were employed for detailed end-plate evaluation.

    • Main Results:

    • Lytic fragmentation of adjacent vertebral bodies was identified as a characteristic CT finding.
    • Sagittal-coronal reformations confirmed end-plate irregularity, aiding diagnosis.
    • CT imaging demonstrated potential to shorten the diagnostic delay compared to plain radiography.

    Conclusions:

    • CT scans offer a valuable diagnostic tool for spinal interspace infections.
    • Characteristic CT findings, such as vertebral body fragmentation, facilitate diagnosis.
    • CT imaging can expedite the diagnosis of discitis, overcoming limitations of plain radiographs.