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What is the primary cause of acute osteomyelitis?
What is the primary cause of acute osteomyelitis?
Which type of osteomyelitis is caused by tuberculosis?
Which type of osteomyelitis is caused by tuberculosis?
In which part of the bone is hematogenous osteomyelitis most commonly located?
In which part of the bone is hematogenous osteomyelitis most commonly located?
Which condition is associated with granuloma formation due to tuberculosis?
Which condition is associated with granuloma formation due to tuberculosis?
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Which bacteria is primarily responsible for causing acute osteomyelitis?
Which bacteria is primarily responsible for causing acute osteomyelitis?
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What type of osteomyelitis results from trivial remote infections?
What type of osteomyelitis results from trivial remote infections?
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Which classification of osteomyelitis is specifically described as non-specific?
Which classification of osteomyelitis is specifically described as non-specific?
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What distinguishes acute osteomyelitis from chronic osteomyelitis?
What distinguishes acute osteomyelitis from chronic osteomyelitis?
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What is the most common site of infection for bone conditions in children?
What is the most common site of infection for bone conditions in children?
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Which condition is characterized by the collection of caseous material in the bone?
Which condition is characterized by the collection of caseous material in the bone?
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In which type of vertebrae is the infection most likely to be localized during a bone infection?
In which type of vertebrae is the infection most likely to be localized during a bone infection?
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What is the outcome of the anterior collapse of destroyed vertebrae during chronic bone infection?
What is the outcome of the anterior collapse of destroyed vertebrae during chronic bone infection?
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What defines a pathological fracture associated with bone infections?
What defines a pathological fracture associated with bone infections?
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What forms as a result of the necrosis leading to bone infections?
What forms as a result of the necrosis leading to bone infections?
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Which of these is NOT usually a feature of a subperiosteal abscess?
Which of these is NOT usually a feature of a subperiosteal abscess?
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Which feature is a characteristic of chronic infections affecting the spine?
Which feature is a characteristic of chronic infections affecting the spine?
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What mechanical consequence may result from spinal cord compression due to bone infections?
What mechanical consequence may result from spinal cord compression due to bone infections?
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What does an involucrum refer to in the context of bone pathology?
What does an involucrum refer to in the context of bone pathology?
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Study Notes
Osteomyelitis: Bacterial
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Acute Hematogenous Osteomyelitis:
- Caused by infections or trauma that spread through the bloodstream
- Primarily affects children
- Common sites: long bones (e.g., femurs, tibias) and vertebrae
- Pathological features include: subperiosteal abscesses, bone necrosis, and sinus formation
- Spread occurs through direct extension, or through the blood stream in the case of hematogenous infection
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Non-Hematogenous Osteomyelitis:
- Infection originating from an adjacent site, such as a fracture or soft tissue injury
- Can lead to the direct spread of infection to the bone
- Most commonly involves infection of the skull bones
- Pathological features, such as bone necrosis
- Infection can spread directly or via the blood stream
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Tuberculosis Osteomyelitis (Specific):
- Infection of the bone due to Mycobacterium tuberculosis
- Primarily affects the vertebra column, causing
- Pathological features include: vertebral destruction, caseous material, kyphosis
- Cold abscess formation is common
- Infection can spread through the blood stream or through direct contact
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Chronic Osteomyelitis:
- Long-lasting bone infections
- Often associated with granuloma formation, abscess formation or cold abscess formation
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Chronic Osteomyelitis (Sclerosing):
- Characterized by bone sclerosis (hardening)
- Pathological features include: bone thickening, and abscess formation
- Commonly found in long bones, and can spread to nearby joints
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Non-Specific Osteomyelitis (Brodie Abscess):
- Localized area of infection in the bone
- Frequently caused by Staphylococcus aureus
- May be preceded by an acute infection
Specific Locations
- Long bones: Infection can lead to subperiosteal abscess spread to surrounding joints
- Jaw: Extensive new bone formation, followed by surrounding sclerotic bone
Complications
- Pathological fractures: Bone weakening due to infection or inflammation
- Tuberculosis arthritis: Infection spreading to the joints
- Amyloidosis: A secondary complication from chronic inflammatory processes,
Additional Notes
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Fracture and skull bones: Infection can spread to the tissues surrounding the fracture, including to the bone itself.
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Site of infection: The location where infection initially occurred is relevant to the specific type and spread of osteomyelitis.
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Distinction between acute and chronic: Acute osteomyelitis is a short-term infection; whereas chronic is more ongoing.
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Test your knowledge on Osteomyelitis, focusing on the acute hematogenous and non-hematogenous types. The quiz covers causes, affected sites, pathological features, and specific infections like tuberculosis osteomyelitis. Perfect for students and healthcare professionals alike!
