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Vertebral body osteomyelitis and discitis refer to spinal infections that most commonly spread hematogenously. Staphylococcus aureus is the causative organism in over 50% of cases. MRI is the most sensitive imaging modality, showing enhancing lesions and loss of disc margins. Diagnosis requires identifying the infective organism through blood cultures or biopsy. Treatment involves targeted antibiotics for at least 6 weeks, with surgery considered if there is an epidural abscess, spinal cord compression, or

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