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Klebsiella pneumoniae Epidural Abscess Presenting as Tubercular Spondylodiscitis: A Diagnostic Pitfall in a Diabetic Patient From Nepal

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: ABSTRACT Klebsiella pneumoniae spinal epidural abscess is rare and can mimic tuberculous spondylodiscitis in endemic regions. We report a diabetic patient with pulmonary tuberculosis presenting with lumbar spondylodiscitis and epidural abscess. CT‐guided biopsy identified Klebsiella pneumoniae , with no evidence of tuberculosis. Ceftriaxone led to recovery, highlighting the importance of tissue‐based diagnosis.

Source: Clinical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.73777

Authors: Rohit Rawat, Shitanshu Dhakal, Shankar Poudel

Institutions: Patan Academy of Health Sciences, Tribhuvan University, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Institute of Medicine

Language: English

Topic: Infectious Diseases and Tuberculosis

Subfield: Infectious Diseases

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,820