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Understanding Spondylitis Tuberculosis by Fidesha Nurganiah Siregar is a document available to read on EtoBox.

Spondylitis tuberculosis is a vertebral infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis that most commonly affects the thoracic spine. It presents with non-specific symptoms like back pain, fever, and weight loss. Diagnosis involves blood tests, imaging studies like MRI, biopsy, and culture. Treatment consists of a prolonged course of anti-tuberculosis medications. Surgery may be needed for debridement or correction of deformity.

Author

Fidesha Nurganiah Siregar

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EN