Septic Arthritis (Elbow)

Infection within the elbow

Your Path

  • Septic Arthritis (Elbow)

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Etiology

  • Staph, strep, gonorrhea, other

Risk Factors

  • Trauma w/direct introduction of infection into joint, or via systemic seeding

Symptoms

  • Fever, chills, elbow pain

Physical Exam Findings

  • Redness, warmth, swelling, decreased range of motion