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  • Rheumatology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Orthopedic Surgery

Background:

  • Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease increasing joint damage and infection risk.
  • RA patients often require orthopedic arthroplasty, which carries inherent procedural risks.
  • Orthopedic prosthetic joint infections (PJIs) are a documented, serious complication in RA patients.

Observation:

  • A long-term RA patient with a left knee replacement presented with a severe PJI.
  • The patient had a history of recurrent infections and underwent nine revision surgeries.
  • Imaging confirmed a severe joint infection, leading to the decision for above-knee amputation.

Findings:

  • RA increases the need for arthroplasty and the risk of associated complications.
  • Complex cases require careful clinical decision-making, considering patient comorbidities and habits.
  • This case highlights the potential for severe outcomes despite multiple surgical interventions.

Implications:

  • Physicians must carefully weigh the risks and benefits of orthopedic procedures in RA patients.
  • Developing standardized predictive algorithms and scoring tools is crucial for managing RA-related PJI risks.
  • Further research into modifying contributing factors in severe clinical courses is warranted.