title: Brucellosis: a rare cause of the unstable spine.
abstract: Brucellosis infection in humans is very rare in the United States. Occasional cases are identified primarily in individuals who have been exposed to an animal's raw dairy products. Presented is a rare case of human brucellosis involving the cervical spine. Of interest is how the case unfolds, reminding the practitioner of the need for thorough clinical practice. A review of clinical features and findings is offered.
authors.affiliation: Red Rocks Community College, Denver, Colorado.
authors.forename: D D
authors.initials: DD
authors.lastname: Aspegren
mesh_terms: D001268:Atlanto-Axial Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D002006:Brucellosis / Q000175:diagnosis*; D002574:Cervical Vertebrae / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D002684:Chiropractic; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011859:Radiography; D013122:Spinal Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis*