Case report TB spine at the level of lummbosacral junction (L5-S1 level )

TB spine

  • Maulik Patel Doctor
Keywords: tb spine

Abstract

Tb spine at Thoracolumbar junction is the most affected region .Extrapulmonary TB (EPTB) involving at lumbosacral junction ( L5-S1 level)  is uncommon . Therefore, it is necessary to make diagnosis to achieve the appropriate treatment and favorable prognosis . 

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Patel, M. (2023). Case report TB spine at the level of lummbosacral junction (L5-S1 level ). Surgical Review: International Journal of Surgery, Trauma and Orthopedics, 8(6), 35-39. Retrieved from https://surgical.medresearch.in/index.php/ijoso/article/view/262
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