Template:Arthrocentesis indications: Difference between revisions
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*Unexplained arthritis with synovial effusion | *Unexplained arthritis with synovial effusion | ||
*Evaluation of joint capsule integrity if overlying laceration | *Evaluation of joint capsule integrity if overlying laceration | ||
*Relative: therapeutic (decrease intra-articular pressure, injection of anesthetics/steroids) | |||
Revision as of 18:12, 29 October 2019
General arthrocentesis indications
- Suspicion of septic arthritis
- Suspicion of crystal induced arthritis
- Evaluation of therapeutic response for septic arthritis
- Unexplained arthritis with synovial effusion
- Evaluation of joint capsule integrity if overlying laceration
- Relative: therapeutic (decrease intra-articular pressure, injection of anesthetics/steroids)