Infectious Arthritis

📋Overview

This condition, also referred to as septic arthritis, occurs when pathogens enter a joint space and trigger an inflammatory response. It can affect individuals of any age and most commonly involves a single large joint, such as the knee or hip, though it may occasionally involve multiple joints.

The infection may reach the joint through the bloodstream from a distant site or be introduced directly through a penetrating wound. Clinical assessment focuses on identifying the specific infectious agent to understand the cause of the joint inflammation.