Native joint septic arthritis (NJSA) is a severe and rapidly progressing joint infection,
predominantly bacterial but also potentially fungal or viral, characterized by synovial …

The utility of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) nasal surveillance swabs
has not been well-described in children. This retrospective, cohort study yielded a negative …

Timely administration of appropriate antibiotic therapy is associated with better patient
outcomes and lower costs of care compared to delayed appropriate therapy, yet initial …

Infection of a native joint, commonly referred to as septic arthritis, is a medical emergency
because of the risk of joint destruction and subsequent sequelae. Its diagnosis requires a …

This study aimed to compare clinical characteristics and outcomes in patients with native
joint septic arthritis (NJSA) due to methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in …

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Backgrounds Septic arthritis is a dangerous disease that occurs when microorganisms enter
synovial fluid. It needs fast and accurate management; otherwise, it can harm the patient's …

Septic arthritis (SA) is a less common joint pathology with potentially fatal outcome. It is
considered a medical emergency, in which prompt diagnosis and differentiation of bacterial …

Suppurative arthritis has an acute onset and mostly affects old people and children.
Recently, the incidence of adult suppurative hip arthritis, as well as its serious …

Background Semipermanent functional spacers are now utilized for prosthetic joint infection
in an attempt to avoid another surgery with 2-stage treatment. This study evaluates the …