Musculoskeletal sepsis Flashcards
1
Q
What are the clinical signs of sepsis?
A
- Grade 4.5 - 5 lame
- Joint effusion
- Heat
- Periarticular swelling / oedema
- Cellulitis
- Discharging sinus / wound
2
Q
What DDx might you have for sepsis?
A
- Hoof abscess
- Fracture
- Cellulitis
- Neuropathy
3
Q
Which organisms are common in sepsis?
A
90% gram negatives - e.coli, salmonell, enterobacter
4
Q
What are commonly used antibiotics for cases of musculoskeletal sepsis?
A
Beta-lactam (procaine penicillin / ceftiofur) + aminoglycoside (gentamycin)
5
Q
What is shown in this image?
A
Poly methylmethacrylate antibiotic (PMMA) beads
