Osteomyelitis Case Studies

Introduction Osteomyelitis is an ancient disease dating back to 460 BC (Schmitt, 2017). It is a bone infection, usually caused by bacteria, that can be either acute or chronic. This condition usually occurs as a result of an infection in one part of the body that is transported through the bloodstream to a bone in a distant location. Most cases stem from Diabetes because bacterial infections are a large risk factor for the diabetic patient due to high glucose levels weakening the immune system.
The body’s inflammatory response in osteomyelitis can lead to poor blood flow resulting in ischemic necrosis in the bone because of increased intraosseous (inside the bone) pressure. Bacteria can attach to the dead bone, lowering their metabolic rate