Septic Arthritis

Publication date: October 2014 Source:Hospital Medicine Clinics, Volume 3, Issue 4 Author(s): Hyung J. Cho , Leah A. Burke , Mikyung LeeTeaser The incidence of septic arthritis appears to be increasing, which may be accounted for by the increasing use of immunosuppressive treatments, invasive procedures, and an aging population. Hospitalists should understand the common sources of infection in septic arthritis, and perform the necessary diagnostic testing. Synovial fluid analysis should be interpreted accurately. Treatment consists of antibiotics of appropriate modality and duration. The correct initial antibiotic regimen is based on the clinical picture, synovial fluid analysis, and Gram stain.
Source: Hospital Medicine Clinics - Category: Internal Medicine Source Type: research