In pyogenic osteomyelitis
A
Organisms reach the bone by haematogenous spread & extension from a contiguous site.
B
Develop in the long bones or vertebral bodies in otherwise healthy individuals.
C
Staphylococcus aureus is responsible for 80-90% of cases.
D
In the neonatal period
E
E. coli & H. influenza are frequent pathogens
F
Sequestrum is commonly seen in X-ray
Correct Answer: Organisms reach the bone by haematogenous spread & extension from a contiguous site., Develop in the long bones or vertebral bodies in otherwise healthy individuals., Staphylococcus aureus is responsible for 80-90% of cases., In the neonatal period, E. coli & H. influenza are frequent pathogens, Sequestrum is commonly seen in X-ray
