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Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 2003; 07(2): 137-142
DOI: 10.1055/s-2003-41347
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Imaging of Infectious Arthritis

Thomas J. Learch
  • Department of Radiology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
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14 August 2003 (online)

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ABSTRACT

Septic arthritis is a disabling and potentially life-threatening condition that requires prompt diagnosis and treatment. Radiologists play a vital role in both the diagnosis and management of these patients and, therefore, need to be aware of the imaging findings in both acute and chronic septic arthritis. Because early diagnosis and intervention are major determinants in final outcome, it is vitally important that these patients be evaluated and diagnosed expeditiously.

KEYWORDS

Infectious arthritis - septic arthritis - diagnostic imaging

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