Septic Bursitis Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What is septic bursitis?
A
A condition where there is inflammation of the bursa, often mistaken for septic arthritis.
2
Q
How does septic bursitis typically present in a USMLE vignette?
A
It presents with inflammation of the knee joint without joint effusion.
3
Q
What key detail differentiates septic bursitis from septic arthritis in clinical vignettes?
A
The absence of joint effusion.
4
Q
What is the treatment for septic bursitis?
A
Antibiotics.
5
Q
Fill in the blank: The absence of _______ is a key indicator in differentiating septic bursitis from septic arthritis.
A
joint effusion
6
Q
RF for septic bursitis/arthritis?
A
Bursa/joint aspiration or injection may introduce skin flora resulting in septic bursitis/arthritis, presenting as worsening pain following procedure
