Vertebral osteomyelitis (VO) is associated with serious morbidity and mortality. Needle aspiration biopsy is generally necessary to confirm the clinical and/or radiographic suspicion of VO. This study was conducted to assess the usefulness of thin needle aspiration biopsy in confirming the diagnosis and identifying the etiologic agent of VO.
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