Abstract
We report what is, to our best knowledge, the first case of pyogenic spondylitis following ear piercing, a common and popular cosmetic procedure. The spondylitis was adequately treated with antibiotics and brace. The value of additional diagnostic measures in differentiating between spondylitis and discitis is discussed. © 2007, Acta Orthopædica Belgica.
| Translated title of the contribution | Pyogenic spondylitis as a complication of ear piercing: Differentiating between spondylitis and discitis. |
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| Original language | Undefined/Unknown |
| Pages (from-to) | 128-132 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | Acta Orthopaedica Belgica |
| Volume | 73 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| Publication status | Published - 2007 |