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Musculoskeletal Infections in Children

2005; Elsevier BV; Volume: 52; Issue: 4 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1016/j.pcl.2005.04.003

ISSN

1557-8240

Autores

Gary Frank, Henrietta M. Mahoney, Stephen C. Eppes,

Tópico(s)

Orthopedic Infections and Treatments

Resumo

Serious musculoskeletal infections in children include osteomyelitis, septic arthritis, pyomyositis, and necrotizing fasciitis. The epidemiology, pathophysiology, and microbiology of each of these infections are reviewed. Specific diagnostic studies and management strategies are discussed. Prompt recognition and treatment is emphasized to prevent potential long-term sequelae.

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