MSK Flashcards by Nadia Jacob | Brainscape

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Common pathogens that cause Osteomyelitis?

A

Staph. Aureus
Salmonella (in sickle cell patients)
Pasturella (cat and dog bites)

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Risk Factors for Osteomyelitis?

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Immunodeficiency
IV drug use
Diabetes mellitus
Recent trauma or surgery

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Clinical Presentation of Osteomyelitis?

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Bone pain
Fever
Chills
Fatigue

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Physical Exam Findings of Osteomyelitis?

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Tenderness over affected bone
Erythema
Increased WBCs, ESR, CRP

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Most sensitive diagnostic test for Osteomyelitis?

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MRI

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Complications of Osteomyelitis?

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Amputation (if left untreated)

- Fractures (in acute pediatric cases)

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Treatment for Osteomyelitis?

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Antibiotics for 4-6 weeks

- Surgical Debridement

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