Difference between revisions of "Septic arthitis"
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==Explanation of condition== | ==Explanation of condition== | ||
| − | + | Bacterial, viral, or fungal infection within a joint's fluid and tissues, most commonly affecting the knee or hip. It causes severe, sudden joint pain, swelling, and fever. | |
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====Date of Last Update==== | ====Date of Last Update==== | ||
25th February 2026 | 25th February 2026 | ||
Latest revision as of 09:49, 25 February 2026
Contents
Acceptability at Recruitment
QUALIFIED
Acceptability at VT / Work-Up
Discuss with MO.
Establish if causative organism known.
Acceptable if more than two years from full recovery and completion of antibiotic therapy. Can be shortened on a case-by-case basis.
Individual at Risk
Donor / Recipient
Explanation of condition
Bacterial, viral, or fungal infection within a joint's fluid and tissues, most commonly affecting the knee or hip. It causes severe, sudden joint pain, swelling, and fever.
Date of Last Update
25th February 2026
