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Cervical spine tuberculosis.

Author(s)
Najmul Islam Department of Medicine, The Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
M. Yaqoob Ahmedani Department of Medicine, Baqai Medical University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
Abstract
We present a case that showed extensive tuberculous cervical, first thoracic and fifth lumbar vertebrae involvement. The involvement was non-contiguous with relative sparing of the inter-vertebral discs and involvement of posterior element. Diagnosis was made on histology. Patient received anti-tuberculosis treatment and showed remarkable response.
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Page(s) 499-500
DOI DOI not available
Published Journal: Journal of College of Physicians and Surgeons--Pakistan : JCPSP, Volume: 14, Issue: 8, Year: 2004

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