Pott syndrome

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Pott syndrome

Definition

  • Vertebral osteomyelitis caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis

Presentation

  • In children, prefers low cervical or upper thoracic vertebrae
  • In adults, can present in any vertebra but thoracic and lumber are more common

Investigations

  • Multiple core biopsies