Acute Hematogenous Osteomyelitis of the Scapula: A Case Report.

Andrew M Rizzi, Jason L Dickherber, Robert Bielski

JBJS case connector 2020 Jul-Sep

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We present the case of a previously healthy 4-year-old boy with aggressive acute hematogenous osteomyelitis (AHO) of the scapula. Despite only 3 days of symptoms, he had a large abscess, prolonged bacteremia, and significant bony destruction. He required multiple debridements and intravenous antibiotics to control the infection but ultimately had full restoration of bony anatomy and normal function. Reported cases of AHO in the scapula are extremely rare. This case highlights the surgical approach to this problem and the importance of repeat advanced imaging and repeat debridements when clinically necessary.

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Andrew M Rizzi, Jason L Dickherber, Robert Bielski. Acute Hematogenous Osteomyelitis of the Scapula: A Case Report. JBJS case connector. 2020 Jul-Sep;10(3):e20.00016