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Case Reports
. 2020 Jul-Sep;10(3):e20.00016.
doi: 10.2106/JBJS.CC.20.00016.

Acute Hematogenous Osteomyelitis of the Scapula: A Case Report

Andrew M Rizzi  1 , Jason L Dickherber  1 , Robert Bielski  2
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Case Reports

Acute Hematogenous Osteomyelitis of the Scapula: A Case Report

Andrew M Rizzi et al. JBJS Case Connect. 2020 Jul-Sep.

Abstract

Case: We present the case of a previously healthy 4-year-old boy with aggressive acute hematogenous osteomyelitis (AHO) of the scapula. Despite only 3 days of symptoms, he had a large abscess, prolonged bacteremia, and significant bony destruction. He required multiple debridements and intravenous antibiotics to control the infection but ultimately had full restoration of bony anatomy and normal function.

Conclusions: Reported cases of AHO in the scapula are extremely rare. This case highlights the surgical approach to this problem and the importance of repeat advanced imaging and repeat debridements when clinically necessary.

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