Tuberculosis spinal epidural abscess without osseous involvement: a report of two cases
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Spinal epidural abscess (SEA) is a rare but potentially devastating condition. Tuberculosis (TB) as the aetiology of epidural abscess especially without bony the involvement of vertebrae is uncommon. We present here, our experience with two cases where patient had TB SEA without bony involvement. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) provided imaging localization. Diagnosis was confirmed by mycobacterial culture and line probe assay. Both patients were managed by decompression and anti-TB treatment.
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تاریخ انتشار 2017