A Case of Neonatal Osteomyelitis

Sushma¹, Nandipatti², Mary Chandrika³, Aljin V*⁴

The treatment of choice is the new penicillin III plus cefotaxime sodium, ceftriaxone, cefuroxime sodium; for MRSA infection, vancomycin or selection of intravenous clindamycin drug improved clinical symptoms, inflammatory markers returned to normal in 3 - 6 weeks. Joint cavity decompression, drainage of pus, and supportive therapy are essential. Osteomyelitis can affect the growth of long bones, thus affecting the length and can generate angular deformity.

Abstract

Background: Acute hematogenous osteomyelitis of neonatal origin is rare in clinical studies. Diagnosing and treating it early to decrease the sequelae is essential. The aim is to give medical practitioners a particular and rare case so that readers know how to diagnose and treat exceptional cases like these. Methodology: Clinical presentation,  blood investigations, imaging studies, and blood culture outcomes. Results: There have not been any adverse sequelae after effective antibiotic therapy. Conclusion: Early diagnosis and treatment of neonatal osteomyelitis are of significant importance.

Keywords: Acute hematogenous, Neonatal osteomyelitis

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