Title of article :
Tuberculosis of the pubic symphysis masquerading as osteitis pubis: a case report
Author/Authors :
SINGH, Shailendra Maulana Azad Medical College Associated Lok Nayak Hospital - Department of Orthopedic Surgery, India , ARORA, Sumit Maulana Azad Medical College Associated Lok Nayak Hospital - Department of Orthopedic Surgery, India , SURAL, Sumit Maulana Azad Medical College Associated Lok Nayak Hospital - Department of Orthopedic Surgery, India , DHAL, Anil Maulana Azad Medical College Associated Lok Nayak Hospital - Department of Orthopedic Surgery, India
Abstract :
Tuberculosis is one of the oldest diseases affecting mankind and is known for its ability to present in various forms and guises. Pubic symphysis is an uncommon site for tuberculous affliction; hence very few cases have been reported in the English-language literature. We present a rare case of pubic symphysis tuberculosis diagnosed as osteitis pubis before presentation to our institution. The patient made an uneventful recovery following antitubercular chemotherapy.
Keywords :
Antitubercular chemotherapy , osteitis pubis , pubic symphysis , tuberculosis
Journal title :
Acta Orthopaedica Et Traumatologica Turcica
Journal title :
Acta Orthopaedica Et Traumatologica Turcica
