Septic Elbow Post Chickenpox
<p><strong>Abstract</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Septic arthritis post-</strong>chickenpox is a rare complication of varicella zoster infection in immunocompetent individuals. Most frequently, septic arthritis affects the knee and is caused by Staphylococcus or Streptococcus species. We present a case of septic arthritis of the elbow caused by Group A Streptococcus pyogenes. The patient needed surgical intervention along with<strong> IV Cefazolin. In conclusion, under any circumstances, early action is the key role to avoiding consequential deterioration.</strong></p>
Publication Details
- Journal
- JOURNAL OF MEDICINE CARE AND HEALTH REVIEW
- Published
- 2024-10-31
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.61615/jmchr/2024/oct027141031
- Primary Topic
- Elbow and Forearm Trauma Treatment
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00