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Intra-articular procedures and associated septic arthritis: A mini-review
François Vidal1, Michel Carles2, Johan Courjon2
1Médecine interne - Rhumatologie Centre Hospitalier du Pays d'Aix France.
Infectious Diseases Now
|January 11, 2025
Summary
Iatrogenic septic arthritis (SA) risk from joint procedures is low but higher after arthroscopy than injections. Key prevention strategies include strict aseptic techniques and infection control protocols to minimize patient risk.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
Background:
- Septic arthritis (SA) is a severe joint infection, often bacterial.
- Intra-articular procedures increase the risk of iatrogenic SA.
- Understanding incidence and prevention is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the incidence, risk factors, and etiology of iatrogenic SA.
- To summarize prevention strategies for SA linked to intra-articular procedures.
- To emphasize infection control in clinical practice.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of recent studies on iatrogenic SA.
- Analysis of incidence rates following different procedures.
- Identification of common pathogens and risk factors.
Main Results:
- Iatrogenic SA incidence: 0.002–0.008% (injections), 0.14% (arthroscopy).
- Risk factors include older age, male gender, diabetes, and corticosteroid use.
- Staphylococcus aureus is the most common pathogen.
Conclusions:
- Adherence to preventive measures like hand antisepsis and skin disinfection is vital.
- Standardized protocols and aseptic techniques are essential for mitigating iatrogenic SA risk.
- Further research into optimized aseptic techniques is recommended.
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