Osteomyelitis

Progression

• When did disease process start
  

• Initial versus subsequent visit

Location

• Humerus, ankle, foot, etc.
  
• Right or left

Acuity

• Acute, subacute or chronic
  

Name

• Type-hematogenous, multifocal
  

• Underlying or associated diseases

• Detail the infectious agent

• Indicate any associated injury is current or old
  

• Provide information regarding any draining sinus
  

• Report any major osseous defect

Necessary Procedures

• Amputation-site and laterality

• Excisional debridement
  

Other

• Amputation stump infection-specify site and left/right/bilateral
  
• Long-term use of immunosuppression drugs-specify drug and type of encounter (initial, subsequent, sequela)
  

Why

• Any known causes or underlying conditions (link with associated diabetes, PVD or malnutrition), current smoker or history of smoking