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Pediatric Septic Arthritis Overview by Ivan is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This document discusses pediatric septic arthritis, including: - Staphylococcus aureus is the most common cause, though community-associated MRSA is increasingly prevalent. - Prompt diagnosis and treatment is important to prevent joint destruction. Evaluation involves history, exam, labs, imaging such as MRI, and arthrocentesis of the affected joint. - Treatment involves IV antibiotics initially followed by transition to oral antibiotics, along with surgical drainage and debridement of the joint as needed.
- Author
- Ivan
- Language
- EN