Diagnostic approach and arthroscopic treatment of septic arthritis of the knee, in an infant

Abstract

Abstract A 9‐month‐old baby presented with sudden inability to stand and unable to move his leg. Clinical examination showed edema and knee effusion. Blood tests and MRI confirmed septic knee arthritis without bone involvement. He was treated with arthroscopic lavage. He had a complete recovery and normal growth.

Keywords

• arthroscopy
• infant
• knee septic arthritis