Osteoarticular Brucellosis without Musculoskeletal Complaints
Abstract
Brucellosis is one of the major health problem in developing countries. Main complaints of patients are weakness, fatigue, joint pain, and sweating. Musculoskelatal system involvement is the most seen complication. In this case report, we aimed to draw attention to a brucellar spondylitis and spondylodiscitis case who does not have any complaints about the involvement of musculoskeletal system. His diagnosis was made with magnetic resonance imaging incidentally.
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Details
Primary Language
English
Subjects
Health Care Administration
Journal Section
Case Report
Authors
Ertuğrul Guclu
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0000-0003-2860-2831
Türkiye
Yusuf Durmaz
This is me
0000-0002-3455-2722
Türkiye
Publication Date
December 31, 2019
Submission Date
February 14, 2019
Acceptance Date
April 13, 2019
Published in Issue
Year 2019 Volume: 4 Number: 4