18 Questions
What is the most common cause of chronic osteomyelitis?
Haematogenous infection
Which age group is most commonly affected by chronic osteomyelitis?
< 50 years
What is the most common bone site affected by chronic osteomyelitis?
Tibia
Which of the following is not listed as a predisposing factor for chronic osteomyelitis?
Hypertension
What is the initial site of infection in osteomyelitis due to the lower number of phagocytic cells?
Metaphysis
What happens if chronic osteomyelitis is left untreated at a certain point?
'Sequestra' are formed
What is the function of involucrum in chronic osteomyelitis?
Encapsulate the sequestra
What is a common clinical presentation of chronic osteomyelitis?
Thickened skin
Which laboratory study is typically elevated in cases of chronic osteomyelitis?
Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)
What is a common finding in bone biopsy of chronic osteomyelitis cases?
Necrotic bone
Which imaging technique is used to detect sequestrum and involucrum in chronic osteomyelitis?
Computed tomography
Based on the text, what treatment approach is recommended for chronic osteomyelitis?
Antibiotic treatment
What is the traditional classification system for osteomyelitis based on?
Time of onset
Which microorganism is NOT commonly implicated in chronic osteomyelitis?
Clostridium difficile
In chronic osteomyelitis, what surrounds the cavities containing pus and dead bone?
Vascular tissue and sclerosis
What is the male-to-female ratio observed in cases of chronic osteomyelitis in Ilorin?
2:1
Which age group is NOT commonly affected by chronic osteomyelitis?
Elderly
What is the major source leading to chronic osteomyelitis development?
Untreated acute osteomyelitis
Learn about chronic osteomyelitis, including epidemiology, predisposing factors, pathophysiology, clinical features, investigations, treatment, and more. Explore different classification systems for osteomyelitis.
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