Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 12, 2026

Systematic Assessment of Mammalian Skull Specimens for Dental and Temporomandibular Joint Pathology
07:26

Systematic Assessment of Mammalian Skull Specimens for Dental and Temporomandibular Joint Pathology

Published on: August 22, 2022

1.3K

Septic Arthritis of the Temporomandibular Joint in a Geriatric Patient: A Case Report

Vural Akın1, Hasan Yasan2, Deniz Karaosmanoğlu Akın3

  • 1Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, Yüksekova State Hospital, Hakkari, TUR.

Cureus
|December 6, 2024
PubMed

Insights

Septic arthritis of the temporomandibular joint is rare, with no clear treatment consensus. Early intervention in this elderly patient successfully managed the condition without complications.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Orthopedics
  • Rheumatology

Background:

  • Septic arthritis of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is an uncommon condition with debated etiopathogenesis and treatment strategies.
  • Common symptoms include pain, swelling, trismus, and mandibular deviation, with potential for severe complications if untreated.

Observation:

  • A case study of an 85-year-old male with septic arthritis of the temporomandibular joint is presented.
  • The patient's clinical, laboratory, and radiological features are detailed, alongside a review of existing literature.
  • This case represents one of the oldest reported patients with this condition.

Findings:

  • Early diagnosis and treatment, coupled with the absence of comorbidities, led to successful disease control.
  • The patient did not require surgical intervention and experienced no complications.

Implications:

  • Prompt management of temporomandibular joint septic arthritis is crucial, particularly in geriatric patients.
  • Functional loss in the TMJ in elderly individuals may increase the risk of systemic spread of infection.
Keywords:
arthritisgeriatricsinfectious arthritistemporomandibular jointtrismus

More Related Videos

Micro-Computed Tomography Analysis of the Knee in Aged Dunkin-Hartley Guinea Pigs after Intra Articular Injection07:10

Micro-Computed Tomography Analysis of the Knee in Aged Dunkin-Hartley Guinea Pigs after Intra Articular Injection

Published on: August 2, 2024

275
Temporomandibular Joint Pain Measurement by Bite Force and Von Frey Filament Assays in Mice06:37

Temporomandibular Joint Pain Measurement by Bite Force and Von Frey Filament Assays in Mice

Published on: September 13, 2024

867

Related Concept Videos

Endocarditis II: Clinical Features of Infective Endocarditis01:25

Endocarditis II: Clinical Features of Infective Endocarditis

Endocarditis can present various clinical features depending on the causative organism and the patient's underlying health conditions. Initially, the clinical features of infective endocarditis develop gradually, presenting with nonspecific symptoms that can be easily mistaken for other illnesses.General SymptomsEarly symptoms of infective endocarditis are fever, chills, weakness, malaise, fatigue, and weight loss. These symptoms reflect the systemic nature of the infection and the body's...
Peripheral Artery Disease III: Interprofessional Care01:27

Peripheral Artery Disease III: Interprofessional Care

Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is characterized by narrowed arteries that diminish blood flow to the extremities. Effective management of PAD requires an interprofessional approach involving various healthcare professionals. The critical aspects of interprofessional care for PAD patients focus on risk factor modification, drug therapy, exercise therapy, nutrition therapy, critical limb ischemia care, and interventional radiology and surgical procedures.The primary treatment goal for PAD...
Peripheral Artery Disease IV: Nursing Management01:26

Peripheral Artery Disease IV: Nursing Management

The nursing management of a patient with peripheral artery disease (PAD) begins with a thorough assessment of the patient’s health history and clinical manifestations.AssessmentHealth History: Evaluate the patient’s history of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, family history of cardiovascular issues, and lifestyle factors such as dietary patterns, smoking, and physical activity.Physical Examination:Assess the affected extremity for decreased or absent peripheral pulses, temperature changes,...
Peripheral Artery Disease V: Postoperative Nursing Management01:23

Peripheral Artery Disease V: Postoperative Nursing Management

During the postoperative period, it is crucial to focus on maintaining circulation, identifying and managing potential complications, and planning for discharge.Nursing AssessmentVital signs monitoring: Regularly monitor vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature, to detect early signs of complications such as bleeding and infection.Circulation assessment: Monitor pulses, perform Doppler assessments, and check capillary refill, color, temperature, and...
Venous Thrombosis IV: Nursing Management01:30

Venous Thrombosis IV: Nursing Management

Nursing management begins with a thorough assessment of the patient's health history. Key factors include trauma to veins, peripherally inserted central catheters, varicose veins, recent pregnancy or childbirth, surgery, bacteremia, prolonged bed rest, atrial fibrillation, COPD, heart failure, cancer, coagulation disorders, myocardial infarction, spinal cord injury, stroke, prolonged travel, recent bone fractures, and dehydration. Review medication intake, particularly oral contraceptives,...
Healing II: Complications01:24

Healing II: Complications

Complications during healing arise when tissue repair is altered by local or systemic factors. These changes involve abnormal collagen deposition, altered biomechanics, and reduced vascular supply, impairing restoration of normal structure and function.Loss of FunctionScar tissue differs significantly from the original tissue it replaces. In the skin, fibrosis lacks adnexal structures such as hair follicles, sebaceous glands, and sweat glands. Their absence reduces tactile sensitivity, impairs...