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Infectious arthritis and the temporomandibular joint. A review

Nicolás Patricio Skármeta1,2,3, Paula Andrea Espinoza-Mellado4,5, Nicolás Elissalt6

  • 1Orofacial Pain, Occlusion, and TMDs, Facultad de Odontología, Universidad San Sebastián, Santiago, Chile.

Cranio : the Journal of Craniomandibular Practice
|September 22, 2020
PubMed
Abstract

Insights

Infectious arthritis, including temporomandibular joint (TMJ) infectious arthritis, is a rare but serious condition. Understanding its causes and diagnostic features is crucial for effective treatment.

Area of Science:

  • Rheumatology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Background:

  • Infectious arthritis encompasses acute, chronic, and reactive inflammatory forms, often caused by microorganisms.
  • Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) infectious arthritis is a specific, yet critical, subset of joint infections.

Approach:

  • A comprehensive narrative review was conducted.
  • Literature search included Medline, Scielo, Embase, and Google Scholar databases.
  • Keywords focused on "Infectious Arthritis," "Septic Arthritis," and "Temporomandibular Joint Disorders."

Key Points:

  • Infectious arthritis, though rare, carries significant morbidity.
  • Pathophysiology, etiology, and diagnostic features are key areas of focus.
  • Specific considerations for TMJ infectious arthritis are highlighted.

Conclusions:

  • Accurate diagnosis of infectious arthritis relies on understanding general joint infection principles.
  • Recognizing the unique aspects of TMJ infectious arthritis is imperative for timely and appropriate patient management.
Keywords:
TMJ infectious arthritisTemporomandibular disordersinfectious arthritisseptic arthritistemporomandibular joint

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