Introduction Spina Bifida is a birth defect that occurs when the spine and spinal cord don’t form properly. It falls under the umbrella of neural tube defects (NTDs), which are conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord or spine. Definition Spina bifida, a neural tube defect, is the result of the defective fusion of one or …
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Introduction Tuberculosis of the Hip Joint constitutes 15 percent of all osteoarticular tuberculosis. It is always secondary. The initial focus of infection could be either in the: (i) acetabular roof, (ii) epiphysis, (iii) metaphyseal region, (iv) greater trochanter, (v) synovial membrane (rare), and (vi) trochanteric bursae Pathogenesis Etiology TB bacillus is may responsible for TB …
Introduction Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a systemic disease which results in chronic inflammation and destruction of synovial joints. It is an autoimmune disease that involves systems/organs other than the bones and joints alone. Etiology The etiology is unclear; however, various factors like climate, race, diet, psychosomatic disorders, trauma, endocrine dysfunction, biochemical disorders, hereditary influences, disturbances …
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“Bone TB” refers to ostearticular tuberculosis, a form of tuberculosis (TB) that affects the bones and joints. It’s caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the same bacterium that causes pulmonary TB, but it spreads from the lungs (or other primary sites) to the skeletal system, typically through the bloodstream. Causes of bone tb The primary cause of bone …
Pneumonia is an infection that causes inflammation and fluid buildup in the lungs. It can be triggered by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or, in rare cases, protozoa. This condition can make breathing difficult and lead to symptoms such as fever, cough, and mucus production. Causes of pneumonia Pneumonia is classified based on its cause and where …
Tuberculosis (TB) is a bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It primarily affects the lungs but can spread to other parts of the body, such as the brain, spine, or kidneys. TB spreads through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Causes of Tuberculosis TB is caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which …
