Spinal Infections
What is this condition?
Infections affecting the spine and surrounding structures, which can damage bone, discs, and nerves.
What are the causes?
- Bacterial (pyogenic) infections
- Tubercular spinal infections
- Spread from other parts of the body
When is treatment needed?
- Persistent back pain with fever
- Neurological symptoms
- Spinal instability or abscess formation
What is the treatment?
- Targeted antibiotic or anti-tubercular therapy
- Surgical decompression and stabilization when required
What are the outcomes?
- Control of infection
- Preservation of neurological function
- Prevention of deformity and instability
