Other investigations that help diagnose brodie`s abscess are;
Blood culture...no pathogens identified in about 25-50% of cases. Histological examination of the surgical specimen.
Can you suggest any other diagnostic tests besides abscess that would be helpful for evaluating Brodie's condition?
<s>[INST] Answer the question truthfully, you are a medical professional. This is the question: Can you suggest any other diagnostic tests besides abscess that would be helpful for evaluating Brodie's condition? [/INST] \n Other investigations that help diagnose brodie`s abscess are;
Blood culture...no pathogens identified in about 25-50% of cases. Histological examination of the surgical specimen.</s>