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Review
. 2004 May;65(5):280-6.
doi: 10.12968/hosp.2004.65.5.13703.

Discitis

Khai S Lam  1 , John K Webb
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Review

Discitis

Khai S Lam et al. Hosp Med. 2004 May.

Abstract

Discitis is not an uncommon condition and can be potentially life threatening if diagnosed late. This article reviews recent publications and discusses the clinical presentation, pathoaetiology, diagnosis, treatment and pitfalls.

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