Septic Arthritis of the Hip in Children A Critical Analysis Review

>> Septic arthritis of the hip is a common and potentially devastating condition in children. >> Septic arthritis is most commonly caused by but other pathogens should be considered on the basis of patient age and presence of risk factors. >> Staphylococcus aureus,Diagnosis of septic arthritis is based on history and physical examination, laboratory tests, radiographs, ultrasound, and arthrocentesis. >> Treatment comprises empiric antibiotics and joint debridement, and antibiotics are subsequently tailored on the basis of culture data, local resistance patterns, and clinical response. >> Late sequelae of septic arthritis include osteonecrosis, chondrolysis, growth disturbance, subluxation or dislocation, and progressive ankylosis. Surgical treatments to address these issues have been described.