Infection of articular joint(s) or bursae with a bacterial, mycobacterial, spirochetal, fungal, or viral source
Usually acute, but bursitis can be chronic
May be an indication of syste...
Rapid onset (1 to 2 wk) in septic arthritis; may have rapid or insidious onset with septic bursitis
Single joint involvement in >85% of patients
Most commonly involves knee (50%) ...
Septic bursitis:
Most common organisms include Staphylococcus aureus (80%), β-hemolytic Streptococcus, and Staphylococcus epidermidis3,6[B].
With repetitive microtrauma and hematogenous seedin...
Complete resolution and restoration of joint function is the goal.
Possible adverse outcomes include death, impaired joint function (e.g., decreased motion, fusion, dislocation), septic ne...
Septic arthritis is considered an emergency, and prompt drainage and administration of IV antibiotics can prevent joint damage.
Knee joint is most common, although axial joints more com...
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