[Knee joint infections]

Unfallchirurg. 2013 Mar;116(3):255-68; quiz 269-70. doi: 10.1007/s00113-012-2325-6.
[Article in German]

Abstract

Knee joint infection represents an emergency case at every age. Joint infection occurs frequently after trauma or joint surgery. The infection can be caused by numerous bacteria, viruses, or yeasts; however, Staphylococcus aureus is identified as the cause in 85-95 % of joint infections. Early treatment is important for patient outcome. In addition to synovectomy and therapeutic arthroscopy, antibiotic therapy is essential and should be started after sample recovery.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Arthritis, Infectious / diagnosis*
  • Arthritis, Infectious / therapy*
  • Arthroscopy / methods*
  • Combined Modality Therapy
  • Humans
  • Knee Joint / surgery*

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents