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Clinical forms of meningococcal arthritis: a study of five cases
The Journal of Rheumatology
|September 1, 1979
Abstract:
Five cases of meningococcal arthritis are described. Two clinical forms were observed: an early-onset acute polyarthritis (Type I) and a late-onset subacute monoarthritis (Type II). The 2 clinical subsets may represent sequential stages, an early bacteremic and a late stage of joint localization. To improve patient classification, diagnostic criteria are proposed.
Insights
Meningococcal arthritis presents in two forms: early acute polyarthritis and late subacute monoarthritis. These may represent sequential stages of infection, with proposed criteria to aid classification.
Area of Science:
- Rheumatology
- Infectious Diseases
- Microbiology
Background:
- Meningococcal arthritis is a rare but serious complication of Neisseria meningitidis infection.
- Understanding its clinical spectrum is crucial for timely diagnosis and management.