Septic arthritis Flashcards
1
Q
What are the components of a joint aspiration when performing for septic arthritis?
A
Leukocyte count
Gram stain
Culture
Polarised microscopy for crystals
2
Q
What criteria used to differentiate septic arthritis and transient synovitis?
A
Kocher criteria
3
Q
What are the components of the Kocher criteria?
A
Fever > 38.5
WCC > 12
ESR > 40
Unable to weight bear