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  • Title: Chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis--report of eight patients.
    Author: Handrick W, Hörmann D, Voppmann A, Schille R, Reichardt P, Tröbs RB, Möritz RP, Borte M.
    Journal: Pediatr Surg Int; 1998 Dec; 14(3):195-8. PubMed ID: 9880747.
    Abstract:
    The authors undertook a retrospective review of the clinical records and radiologic findings of eight children with chronic, recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis (CRMO). This disease is a recognized clinicopathologic entity with typical radiographic findings, mostly in the metaphyses of the long bones. The diagnosis is one of exclusion without pathognomonic findings. The patients were treated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. There was no evidence of altered bone growth or abnormal joint development. It is concluded that CRMO is a distinct clinical entity that is different from acute or subacute bacterial osteomyelitis. Recognition of this condition is important to avoid treatment with antibiotics and repeated operations.
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