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Primary sternal osteomyelitis presenting as a pleural-based mass

W K Lo1, E E Whimbey, G L Walsh

  • 1Department of Medical Specialties, University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston.

Chest
|June 1, 1993
PubMed
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Primary sternal osteomyelitis can mimic lung masses, complicating diagnosis. This case highlights successful treatment of a sternal bone infection presenting as a lung mass using imaging, aspiration, drainage, and antibiotics.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Imaging
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Surgical Procedures

Background:

  • Osteomyelitis (bone infection) in unusual locations poses diagnostic challenges.
  • Sternal osteomyelitis is rare and can present atypically.