SEPTIC ARTHRITIS Flashcards
1
Q
What are the X-ray findings for Septic arthritis ?
A
Soft tissue swelling
Joint effusions
Bulging fat planes.
Positive pronator quadratus fat pad sign.
Periarticular osteopenia (Demineralisation) - Caused by HYPERAEMIA.
Erosions/ Joint space narrowing.
In extreme cases ankylosis.
2
Q
Differentials for Septic arthritis ?
A
Osteomyelitis.
3
Q
Patient presentation for septic arthritis ?
A
Fever
chills
Warm swollen joints
4
Q
Patients more at risk of septic arthritis ?
A
Chronic illness
Steroid use
RA
Renal disease
Joint injury e.g. knee replacements.
5
Q
What is HYPERAEMIA ?
A
Increase of blood flow to different tissues in the body.
