Acute Arthritis in Children: How to Discern between Septic and Non-Septic Arthritis?

The term septic arthritis refers to an infection of the synovial space. This is an infrequent condition in healthy children, but it should be considered a medical emergency potentially leading to irreversible articular damage. Therefore, prompt diagnosis and antimicrobial treatment play a crucial ro...

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Main Authors: Lisa Gamalero, Giovanna Ferrara, Teresa Giani, Rolando Cimaz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-10-01
Series:Children
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/8/10/912