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What is the most common causative organism for bacterial myelopathies?
What is the most common causative organism for bacterial myelopathies?
- Escherichia coli
- Staphylococcus aureus (correct)
- Streptococcus pneumoniae
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Which of the following is NOT a typical presentation of bacterial myelopathies?
Which of the following is NOT a typical presentation of bacterial myelopathies?
- Localized pain exacerbated by vertebral body percussion
- Sudden onset of paralysis (correct)
- Fever in less than 50% of cases
- Elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rates and C-reactive protein levels
What is the term used for simultaneous infection of the intervertebral disk and vertebral body?
What is the term used for simultaneous infection of the intervertebral disk and vertebral body?
- Spondylodiscitis (correct)
- Discitis
- Vertebritis
- Osteomyelitis
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor mentioned in the text for bacterial myelopathies?
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor mentioned in the text for bacterial myelopathies?
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Which of the following statements about bacterial myelopathies is TRUE?
Which of the following statements about bacterial myelopathies is TRUE?
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What is the key factor mentioned in the text for diagnosing bacterial myelopathies?
What is the key factor mentioned in the text for diagnosing bacterial myelopathies?
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