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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Abdulkerim Yassin, M.B.B.S[2]

Overview

Brodie`s abscess is a rare subacute osteomyelitis. It is usually located within the metaphysis of long bones although diaphyseal involvement is more common in adult. Tibia is the most commonly involved bone. If left untreated,, it may cause long term disability, fracture or amputation. Prognosis is excellent after effective treatment.

Natural History, Complications and Prognosis

Natural History

  • Brodie`s abscess is a rare subacute osteomyelitis.
  • Located within the metaphysis of long bones although diaphyseal involvement is more common in adult.
  • Tibia is the most commonly involved bone.[1]

Complications

If left untreated,, brodie`s abscess may cause ;

Prognosis

  • Prognosis is excellent after effective treatment and low risk of recurrence.[2]

References

  1. Ogbonna OH, Paul Y, Nabhani H, Medina A (2015). "Brodie's Abscess in a Patient Presenting with Sickle Cell Vasoocclusive Crisis". Case Rep Med. 2015: 429876. doi:10.1155/2015/429876. PMC 4531197. PMID 26290668.
  2. 2.0 2.1 Salik M, Mir MH, Philip D, Verma S (2021). "Brodie's Abscess: A Diagnostic Conundrum". Cureus. 13 (7): e16426. doi:10.7759/cureus.16426. PMC 8369975 Check |pmc= value (help). PMID 34422465 Check |pmid= value (help).


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