Treatment algorithm for spontaneous spinal infections: A review of the literature
Background: Primary spinal infections are rare pathologies with an estimated incidence of 5% of all osteomyelitis. The diagnosis can be challenging and this might result in a late identification. The etiological diagnosis is the primary concern to determine the most appropriate treatment. The aim of...
Main Authors: | Fabrizio Gregori, Giovanni Grasso, Giancarlo Iaiani, Nicola Marotta, Fabio Torregrossa, Alessandro Landi |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
2019-01-01
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Series: | Journal of Craniovertebral Junction and Spine |
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Online Access: | http://www.jcvjs.com/article.asp?issn=0974-8237;year=2019;volume=10;issue=1;spage=3;epage=9;aulast=Gregori |
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