Journal of Bone and Joint Infection
Journal of Bone and Joint Infection
JBJI
Articles | Volume 8, issue 2
Articles | Volume 8, issue 2
https://doi.org/10.5194/jbji-8-143-2023
© Author(s) 2023. This work is distributed under
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https://doi.org/10.5194/jbji-8-143-2023
© Author(s) 2023. This work is distributed under
the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.
Articles | Volume 8, issue 2
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25 Apr 2023
Original full-length article |  | 25 Apr 2023

Cutibacterium acnes in spine tissue: characteristics and outcomes of non-hardware-associated vertebral osteomyelitis

Matteo Passerini, Julian Maamari, Don Bambino Geno Tai, Robin Patel, Aaron J. Tande, Zelalem Temesgen, and Elie F. Berbari

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Physicians have difficulties interpreting the isolation of Cutibacterium acnes in the spine tissue. Here we provide the experience of our center about this topic, adding data that can help physicians in their choices. Our results show that some clinical, radiological, and microbiological features can help distinguish patients to treat or not to treat. Moreover, treatment with parenteral beta-lactams appears to be effective, but targeted oral therapy could be a valid alternative.
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