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T2T weighted MRI image showing fluid collection in the right facet joint.
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An MRI scan of the lumbosacral spines was done which revealed right L4/L5 right facet joint septic arthritis (Fig. 1).
a and b: Plain radiography and T2 weighted sagittal MRI views showing no evidence of discitis.
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T2 weighted MRI views showed no evidence of discitis (Fig. 2a and b).
Graph showing sequential inflammatory blood markers of the patient.
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The serial blood test showed that the inflammatory markers improving and going down to normal (Fig. 3).
Follow up MRI scan after six weeks showing complete resolution of septic arthritis in the facet joint.
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A repeat MRI scan of the lumbosacral spine was normal (Fig. 4).