Septic sacroiliitis: the overlooked diagnosis.

Journal Article (Journal Article)

Infection of the sacroiliac joint is extraordinarily rare. However, the initial symptoms and signs associated with this condition are mundane, thus leading to delay in diagnosis, or even misdiagnosis. I report an extremely unusual pyogenic sacroiliitis caused by Salmonella and discuss key clinical components and protocol for the successful evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of this uncommon illness.

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Duke Authors

Cited Authors

  • Attarian, DE

Published Date

  • 2001

Published In

Volume / Issue

  • 10 / 1

Start / End Page

  • 57 - 60

PubMed ID

  • 12132845

International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

  • 1059-1052

Language

  • eng

Conference Location

  • United States