Brodie Abscess

Brodie abscess is a relatively rare subacute form of osteomyelitis that is difficult to diagnose due to its insidious onset and limited initial systemic response. We present a case of Brodie abscess in a person with knee pain, swelling and antalgic gait. Diagnosis was made initially using plain radiography, this was supported by magnetic resonance imaging and confirmed on bacterial culture of the surgical samples.