Most common age: toddler and school age (2 to 6 years)
Predominant sex: male (2:1 female)
Most c...
Systemic symptoms:
Fever (occurs within the first few days of illness in 75% of patients)
Malaise
Poor appetite
Joint symptoms:
Pain: worsening, does not wax and wane
Limp
Inability to bear ...
Orthopedic emergency
Antibiotic administration
Immobilization of extremity
Pain management
Should be initiated immediately after blood and fluid cultures obtained
Target...
Follow-up with orthopedic surgery
Physical therapy and rehabilitation services may be useful.
When to expect improvement:
Symptoms typically improv...
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711.00 Pyogenic arthritis, site unspecified
711.05 Pyogenic arthritis, pelvic region and thigh
711.06 Pyogenic arthritis, lower leg
711.07 Pyogenic arthritis, ankle and foot
041.00 Streptococcus...
Q: What is the optimal management of the child with suspected septic arthritis of the hip?
A: Aspiration of the hip joint is indicated. If purulent fluid is found or analysis of the fluid is suspic...
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