Tuberculosis of Lumbosacral Spine: Infrequent Site of Involvement in Spinal Tuberculosis
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 11
Abstract
Spinal tuberculosis usually involves dorsolumbar regions. Involvement of lumbosacral region is rare with few reported cases in literature. The patient with lumbosacral spinal tuberculosis may presents with low back pain with or without neurological deficits. Conservative management is primary mode of therapy; surgical intervention is required in selected group of patients.
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Dr Ashwini Kumar Nigam
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