Published online Aug 18, 2024. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v15.i8.722
Revised: June 15, 2024
Accepted: July 8, 2024
Published online: August 18, 2024
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Septic arthritis, whether native or prosthetic, poses a significant challenge in clinical practice due to its potentially devastating consequences. Despite its cli
To investigate the epidemiology, microbiological profiles, and clinical characteristics of native and prosthetic septic joints in the Saudi Arabian population.
Medical records of patients diagnosed with septic arthritis between January 1, 2015, and December 31, 2022, were retrospectively reviewed. Data regarding patient demographics, clinical presentation, microbiological cultures, treatment modalities, and outcomes were analyzed.
In a retrospective review of 52 cases of septic arthritis, a balanced gender distribution was observed (1:1 ratio), with the knee being the most commonly affected joint (80.8%). Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus predominated in native joints (24.2%), while Brucella spp. was more prevalent in prosthetic joints (21.1%). Joint preservation was achieved in most cases (84.6%), with no significant differ
This study highlighted distinctive microbiological profiles and etiological factors in septic arthritis cases in the Saudi Arabian population.
Core Tip: Our retrospective study in Saudi Arabia reveals distinctive microbiological profiles and clinical characteristics of septic arthritis. Notably, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus prevails in native joints, while Brucella spp. is more common in prosthetic joints. We found a balanced gender distribution, with the knee being the most frequently affected joint. Joint preservation was achieved in the majority of cases, despite the need for surgical intervention. Comorbidities differed between native and prosthetic joints, impacting mortality rates. This study sheds light on important epidemiological aspects of septic arthritis in Saudi Arabia, guiding tailored diagnostic and management approaches.