European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine

Abstract

Despite the rapid advances in the treatment modalities for Orthopedics, Chronic Osteomyelitis is one of the most challenging conditions to treat by surgeons, and needs great commitment. The causes of chronic osteomyelitis can be implant related or due to hematogenous spread of infection to bone following trauma. Here we report 3 different cases who presented with chronic osteomyelitis and were treated successfully, with thorough wound debridement of necrotized tissue, commencement of culture sensitive antibiotics for the duration of six weeks, and skeletal stabilization with internal fixation. This multidisciplinary approach of chronic osteomyelitis helped in better improvement of function of limb and decreased the morbidity of patients. For better functional outcome, a period of almost six months is needed for recovery.