Acute Streptococcus mitis Sacroiliitis in a Teenager with Unclear Source of Bacteremia: A Case Report and Literature Review
Septic arthritis is an orthopedic emergency that is commonly caused by Staphylococcus aureus. Old age, diabetes mellitus, rheumatoid arthritis, prosthetic joint, and recent surgery are the main predisposing risk factors. Most cases of septic arthritis are caused by hematogenous spread of infection....
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2018-01-01
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| Series: | Case Reports in Infectious Diseases |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2018/2616787 |