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Streptococcus faecalis arthritis.

D Mitchell1, I Duncan, A Brook

  • 1Infectious Diseases Unit, Woden Valley Hospital, Garran, Australia.

The Journal of Rheumatology
|January 1, 1989
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Septic arthritis caused by Streptococcus faecalis is uncommon. A novel antibiotic combination of ciprofloxacin and amoxicillin proved effective in treating this rare infection, improving patient outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Rheumatology
  • Microbiology

Background:

  • Septic arthritis is a serious joint infection.
  • Infections caused by Streptococcus faecalis (Enterococcus faecalis) are infrequently reported as a cause of septic arthritis.
  • This condition often leads to poor joint outcomes.

Observation:

  • A rare case of septic arthritis caused by Streptococcus faecalis was observed.
  • Synovial biopsy was necessary for definitive diagnosis.
  • The patient presented with symptoms indicative of joint inflammation and infection.

Findings:

  • A novel long-term antibiotic regimen combining ciprofloxacin and amoxicillin was successfully employed.
  • This treatment strategy led to the resolution of the infection.

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  • The outcome was favorable compared to previously reported cases with poor prognoses.

    • Implications:

    • This case highlights the importance of considering rare pathogens in septic arthritis diagnosis.
    • The successful use of ciprofloxacin and amoxicillin suggests a potential effective treatment strategy for Streptococcus faecalis septic arthritis.
    • Further research into optimal antibiotic combinations for this specific condition is warranted to improve patient management and joint preservation.