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REBEL Core Cast 107.0 – Vertebral Osteomyelitis

REBEL EM

The degree of elevation does not predict disease severity. Imaging Gadolinium enhanced MRI – modality of choice, highly sensitive and specific ( Mylona 2009 ). ESR and CRP are sensitive, yet not specific. Although MRI with and without contrast is preferred, a non-contrast MRI can evaluate for inflammatory processes.