Septic arthritis Flashcards
what are the three types of foal septic arthritis in order of age susceptible?
(S)ynovial membrane type, (E)piphysis type, and (P)hysis type
S type of foal septic arthritis is characterized by…
Actue severe lameness with concurrent effusion in 1 to multiple sites
E type of foal septic arthritis is characterized by…
a mild lameness +/- fever followed by acute exacerbation of lameness/effusion in 1 to multiple sites
P type of foal septic arthritis is characterized by…
Warning lameness followed by acute lameness and periarticular swelling without effusion in only one site
What 2 things should you do after diagnosing a foal with septic arthritis?
ID all joints involved and ultrasound the umbilicus
T/F An open joint is not necessarily infected
False, an open joint is an infected joint
What is the most common bacteria isolated in septic arthritic joints
Staphylococcus spp
what is the mainstay of treatment in septic arthritis?
Lavage early and often with large volumes
