Sequesterum – What’s all about it !
SEQUESTERUM It is a separated microscopic/macroscopic necrotic fragment of usually a cortical bone which seems to be radiodense, surrounded by infected granulation tissue and pus (radiolucent) from the viable parent bone Diagnostic importance : Its presence is necessary to make a diagnosis of chronic osteomyelitis Biological importance : It serves as a focus for continuing infection leading to recurrent bouts of acute and chronic Osteomyelitis