An Uncommon Case of Native Joint Septic Arthritis by Parvimonas micra.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.anaerobe.2020.102315
Abstract: Parvimonas micra is an anaerobic, Gram-positive coccus found in the oral cavity and gastrointestinal tract. We report a case of a 77-year-old male with right knee pain after a recent dental procedure and fall. Arthrocentesis… read more here.
Keywords: parvimonas micra; joint septic; case; uncommon case ... See more keywords
How well does synovial fluid gram staining correlate with cultures in native joint infections?
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DOI: 10.4081/or.2019.8156
Abstract: To evaluate the sensitivity and specificity of Gram staining of synovial fluid aspirated from native joints suspected to be infected, we reviewed results of synovial fluid Gram stain and cultures. The sensitivity and specificity of… read more here.
Keywords: gram stain; gram; joint infections; synovial fluid ... See more keywords