Abstract
A case is presented in which a grossly abnormal distribution of bone morrow following failed hip replacement would have led to the false diagnosis of osteomyelitis. The value of combining bone marrow scanning with indium white cell scanning in possible osteomyelitis is emphasised.
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Cunningham, D.A. Abnormal bone marrow distribution following unsuccessful hip replacement: a potential confusion on white cell scanning. Eur J Nucl Med 18, 67–69 (1991). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00177685
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