97-year-old female with sacral ulcer, evaluate for osteomyelitis The bones appear demineralized suggestive of osteopenia. Severe degenerative disease affects the visualized lower lumbar spine. Moderate osteoarthritis affects bilateral hips.The sacrum cannot be adequately evaluated due to overlying bowel gas and stool. A lateral view may be considered. If there is persistent clinical concern for osteomyelitis, MRI is recommended.Foley catheter and vascular calcifications are noted.
1.The sacrum cannot be adequately evaluated due to overlying bowel gas and stool. A lateral view may be considered. If there is persistent clinical concern for osteomyelitis, MRI is recommended.2.Degenerative disease as described above.