Destruction of the C2 Body due to Cervical Actinomycosis: Connection between Spinal Epidural Abscess and Retropharyngeal Abscess
Korean Journal of Spine
;
: 20-22, 2017.
Article
in English
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-71857
ABSTRACT
Human actinomycosis with involvement of the spine is a rare condition, with only a limited number of case reports published. To the best of our knowledge, no cases have been reported of epidural abscess causing destruction of the C2 body, bringing about a direct connection between spinal epidural and retropharyngeal abscesses. Here, we present such a case that occurred after acupuncture, and we review the relevant literature.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Spine
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Actinomycosis
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Retropharyngeal Abscess
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Epidural Abscess
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Acupuncture
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Abscess
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Korean Journal of Spine
Year:
2017
Type:
Article
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