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Of 150 patients with hematogenous vertebral osteomyelitis, 92 (61%) underwent biopsy — 60 (65%) needle and 32 (35%) open. Imaging studies revealed discitis in 75%, vertebral osteomyelitis in 70%, and epidural abscess in 44% of patients.

Abstract & Commentary: Impact of Prebiopsy Antibiotics on Pathogen Recovery in Vertebral Osteomyelitis

Of 150 patients with hematogenous vertebral osteomyelitis, 92 (61%) underwent biopsy 60 (65%) needle and 32 (35%) open. Imaging studies revealed discitis in 75%, vertebral osteomyelitis in 70%, and epidural abscess in 44% of patients.