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Septic arthritis of the acromioclavicular joint secondary to methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infection

Blair Cooper1, Nnamdi Jonathan Chukwura Obi2, Kenneth Cheng2

  • 1Trauma and Orthopaedics, University Hospital Ayr, Ayr, UK blaircooper@hotmail.co.uk.

BMJ Case Reports
|June 22, 2021
PubMed

Insights

Septic arthritis of the acromioclavicular joint (ACJ) caused by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is extremely rare. This case highlights the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration for managing such infections.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Microbiology

Background:

  • Septic arthritis of the acromioclavicular joint (ACJ) is uncommon.
  • Septic arthritis of the ACJ caused by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is exceptionally rare, with only two prior reports.

Observation:

  • A 46-year-old male presented with confirmed ACJ septic arthritis.
  • The causative agent was identified as MRSA.

Findings:

  • This case represents a rare instance of ACJ septic arthritis due to MRSA.
  • The patient was treated by the trauma and orthopaedic service.

Implications:

  • Highlights the rarity of MRSA ACJ septic arthritis.
  • Emphasizes the critical role of orthopedic and microbiology collaboration in patient care.
  • Underscores the need for vigilance given rising antimicrobial resistance.
Keywords:
infectionsinfectious diseasesorthopaedic and trauma surgeryorthopaedics

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