Vertebral osteomyelitis. A case with massive osteolysis and compression of the dural sac.


Published online: Dec 27 1991

M A Vilatela, J Huguet, F Girvent, and A Nuñez.

Department of Traumatology, Sabadell Hospital, Barcelona, Spain.

Abstract

We present a case of a 59-year-old male with 6 bilateral sensory and motor involvement of spinal roots L5 through S4 due to compression of the dural sac caused by a staphylococcus infection. We also discuss the treatment and favorable progress with major recuperation of the motor, sensory and sphincter functions.

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