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Open Access 01-12-2009 | Case report
Cystic tuberculosis of the scapula in a young boy: a case report and review of the literature
Published in: Journal of Medical Case Reports | Issue 1/2009
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Introduction
Tuberculosis of the flat bones is rare and only a small percentage involves the scapular bone.
Case presentation
We report a rare case of tuberculosis of the scapula in a 14-year-old. Diagnostic clues include lytic areas with low density seen in the body of the scapula involving a glenoid margin associated with typical clinical features. Treatment should include a regimen of four antitubercular drugs along with surgical debridement if required.
Conclusion
Although rare, tuberculosis should be suspected in patients presenting with a chronic sinus in the scapular region, particularly in the developing world.