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ArticleWorld journal of orthopedics2024

Cervical spine infection arising from chronic paronychia: A case report and review of literature.

Dan Zhang, Li-Ying Gan, Wen-Jie Zhang, Ming Shi, Liang Zhang, Yong Zhang, Ming-Wei Liu

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7 authors.

Dan ZhangDepartment of Orthopedics and Spine Surgery, Guangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated International Zhuang Hospital, Nanning 530201, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.
Li-Ying GanDepartment of Clinical Laboratory, Guangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated International Zhuang Hospital, Nanning 530201, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.
Wen-Jie ZhangDepartment of Orthopedics and Spine, Guangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated International Zhuang Hospital, Nanning 530201, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China. gzzw69@163.com.
Ming ShiDepartment of Orthopedics and Spine Surgery, Guangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated International Zhuang Hospital, Nanning 530201, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.
Liang ZhangDepartment of Orthopedics, Clinical Medical College, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225001, Jiangsu Province, China.
Yong ZhangDepartment of Orthopedics and Spine Surgery, Guangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated International Zhuang Hospital, Nanning 530201, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.
Ming-Wei LiuDepartment of Orthopedics and Spine Surgery, Guangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated International Zhuang Hospital, Nanning 530201, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.

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Abstract

backgroundCervical spine pyogenic infection (CSPI) is a rare and challenging form of spinal infection that is typically caused by pyogenic bacteria and primarily affects the cervical vertebral bodies and surrounding tissues. Given its nonspecific symptoms, such as fever and neck pain, early diagnosis is crucial to prevent severe complications, including spinal cord injury. We report a previously unreported case of acute CSPI arising from chronic paronychia, exploring its diagnostic and therapeutic challenges through a review of the current literature. CASE SUMMARY: The presented case involved a 15-year-old man with CSPI caused by

conclusionEarly imaging findings, laboratory markers, and timely antibiotic treatment are crucial for CSPI management, preventing complications and facilitating recovery.

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Antibacterial treatmentCase reportCervical spineParonychiaPyogenic infectionSurgery

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