Management of Pott’s disease in Irrua: Two case series
Authors:
MORGAN Eghosa
Publication Type: Journal article
Journal: Annals Of Medical Research
ISSN Number:
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Abstract
Pott’s disease is a re-emerging disease in our community. Affectation of the spine account for about half of all cases of tuberculosis involving the musculoskeletal system. Presentation is insidious in majority of the cases with progressive neurological deterioration and or crippling deformity if left unattended to. Anti-tuberculous chemotherapeutic agents and or surgery remain the mainstay of treatment. We present two case series of adult males with clinical, laboratory and radiological features of tuberculosis, highlighting the management and challenges faced during the course of management.