ReviewFrontiers in pediatrics2023
Septic arthritis in the pediatric hip joint: a systematic review of diagnosis, management, and outcomes.
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- Low Kocher-Caird Scores High Clinical Suspicion: A Diagnostic Dilemma in Pediatric Hip Septic arthritis.Journal of orthopaedic case reports · 2026Article
- Clinical Presentation, Orthopedic Outcomes, and Microbiological Spectrum in Pediatric Septic Arthritis: A Prospective Study.Journal of orthopaedic case reports · 2026Article
- How Should Bacteriological Sampling Be Stratified in Paediatric Septic Arthritis? A Narrative Review with a Proposed Risk-Stratified Framework.Antibiotics (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Salmonella Septic Arthritis in Immunocompetent Young Children: A Rare Cause of Pediatric Monoarthritis.Cureus · 2026Article
- Outcomes of Total Hip Arthroplasty After Childhood Septic Hip Arthritis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Infection Risk and Surgical Complications.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Review
- Pediatric Hip Pathology in Eastern India. A Cross-sectional Study on Types and Incidence.Journal of orthopaedic case reports · 2026Article
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- Vacuum sealing drainage as an adjunct to surgical debridement in pediatric acute hematogenous osteomyelitis: a retrospective cohort study.Frontiers in pediatrics · 2026Article
- Arthroscopic Management for Hip Joint Septic Arthritis: A Retrospective Study of 28 Adult Patients With a Minimum 3-Year Follow-Up.Orthopaedic surgery · 2026Article
- Can a POCUS Clinical Decision Rule Improve Reliability in the Diagnosis of Paediatric Transient Synovitis of the Hip? A Single Centre Pilot Study.POCUS journal · 2025Article
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- Paediatric Septic Arthritis of the Hip and the Efficacy of Kocher's Criteria: A Literature Review.Cureus · 2024Review
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Abstract
Septic arthritis of the pediatric hip joint (SAH) is a rare but serious orthopedic emergency requiring immediate diagnosis and management. Delayed recognition can lead to severe complications, emphasizing the need for timely intervention. This systematic review aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of SAH in the pediatric population, focusing on its diagnosis, management, and outcomes. The review included 11 studies involving 391 patients with SAH, aged between three months and 12 years. Staphylococcus aureus was identified as the most common causative pathogen, with increasing cases of methicillin-resistant strains. Diagnosis is challenging due to nonspecific clinical presentations, necessitating validated criteria and a multidisciplinary approach. Ultrasound emerged as a valuable tool for early detection, and MRI was used in challenging cases. Treatment options include hip aspiration, arthrotomy, and arthroscopy, often combined with appropriate antibiotic therapy. Success rates were comparable among different surgical procedures. Early intervention is vital for optimal outcomes. However, the review highlights the need for standardized protocols and further prospective studies to address limitations and improve understanding and management of SAH in the pediatric hip joint.
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