R Rotzinger1, R Omidi2, H Gebhard3,4, K Shariat5, F Ahlhelm2. 1. Abteilung Neuroradiologie, Zentrum für Bildgebung, Kantonsspital Baden AG, Im Ergel 1, 5404, Baden, Schweiz. Roman.Rotzinger@ksb.ch. 2. Abteilung Neuroradiologie, Zentrum für Bildgebung, Kantonsspital Baden AG, Im Ergel 1, 5404, Baden, Schweiz. 3. Departement Chirurgie, Kantonsspital Baden AG, Baden, Schweiz. 4. Klinik für Traumatologie, Universitätsspital Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz. 5. Klinik für Neurochirurgie, Kantonsspital Winterthur, Winterthur, Schweiz.
Abstract
CLINICAL/METHODOLOGICAL PROBLEM: Spondylodiscitis is an inflammation of the intervertebral disc, which in adults is generally associated with spondylitis of the adjacent vertebrae. It often presents clinically with nonspecific symptoms such as back or neck pain. It may be caused by various pathogens, especially bacteria. One or more vertebral segments can be affected. The infection can spread to surrounding compartments and can lead to epidural abscesses. Radiology, in particular magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), plays an important role in the diagnostic work-up and in the follow-up to monitor response to therapy. Treatment consists of conservative (antibiotics) and invasive approaches, including surgery. Interventional puncture and drainage is a promising alternative to surgery, especially in early stages of abscess formation. STANDARD RADIOLOGICAL METHODS: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), nuclear medical procedures, conventional x‑ray. PERFORMANCE: MRI has the highest value. CT and nuclear medical procedures can be used as a supplement to MRI and in patients with contraindications for MRI. PRACTICAL RECOMMENDATIONS: With adequate diagnosis and therapy, spondylodiscitis has a good prognosis. In addition to targeted or calculated drug therapy, invasive treatment is the main focus, especially for epidural abscesses. Interventional radiological drainage can represent a less invasive alternative to surgical treatment.
CLINICAL/METHODOLOGICAL PROBLEM: Spondylodiscitis is an inflammation of the intervertebral disc, which in adults is generally associated with spondylitis of the adjacent vertebrae. It often presents clinically with nonspecific symptoms such as back or neck pain. It may be caused by various pathogens, especially bacteria. One or more vertebral segments can be affected. The infection can spread to surrounding compartments and can lead to epidural abscesses. Radiology, in particular magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), plays an important role in the diagnostic work-up and in the follow-up to monitor response to therapy. Treatment consists of conservative (antibiotics) and invasive approaches, including surgery. Interventional puncture and drainage is a promising alternative to surgery, especially in early stages of abscess formation. STANDARD RADIOLOGICAL METHODS: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), nuclear medical procedures, conventional x‑ray. PERFORMANCE: MRI has the highest value. CT and nuclear medical procedures can be used as a supplement to MRI and in patients with contraindications for MRI. PRACTICAL RECOMMENDATIONS: With adequate diagnosis and therapy, spondylodiscitis has a good prognosis. In addition to targeted or calculated drug therapy, invasive treatment is the main focus, especially for epidural abscesses. Interventional radiological drainage can represent a less invasive alternative to surgical treatment.
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