Septic arthritis of knee joint after rooster attack: a case report

This case highlights the importance of recognizing the risk of infection, even from seemingly small injuries such as a rooster peck, to prevent fulminant septic arthritis. Further, this case demonstrates the importance of not underestimating a penetration wound by inspection only. Thorough clinical examination and wound exploration or saline load test can help to assess the depth of penetrating wounds. Nevertheless, rapid surgical and antibiotic treatment ensured a positive outcome for the patient in the case of this orthopedic emergency.