Septic arthritis Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most common route of spread?
A
Through the blood (haematogenus)
2
Q
What are the most common bugs causing septic arthritis?
A
Staph. Aureus
Haemophilus influenzae
Strep pyogenes
E.Coli
3
Q
neonate get full septic screen inc. lumbar puncture. WHy?
A
Because they often have several “metastases”
4
Q
Is an ultrasound good for the deeper joints (eg shoulder)?
A
Yes
5
Q
Most cmomon bacterias in septic arthritis
A
Staph epidermis/Staph Aureus
6
Q
Differential diagnosises
A
gout
Actue osteomyelitis
Irritable joint
haemophilia
Rheumatic fever
Gaucher’s disease
