| Literature DB >> 9156391 |
Abstract
Septic arthritis is a medical emergency that can lead to significant morbidity and mortality. Prompt recognition and treatment are critical to ensuring a good prognosis. Thus, this article reviews the clinical presentation, microbiology, diagnostic workup, and outcome of nonprosthetic joint infections.Entities:
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Year: 1997 PMID: 9156391 DOI: 10.1016/s0889-857x(05)70328-8
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Rheum Dis Clin North Am ISSN: 0889-857X Impact factor: 2.670