Pellegrini-Stieda syndrome mimicking acute septic arthritis.
This case illustrates the potential severity of an uncommon and generally benign condition of the knee--the Pellegrini-Stieda syndrome. The regional bone scan clearly showed the etiologic role of the inflamed ligamentous attachment site. Therapy should include joint rest, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents, and possibly ice for symptomatic relief.
Scheib
J S
JS
Department of Internal Medicine, Ochsner Clinic, New Orleans, LA 70121.
Quinet
R J
RJ
D000208:Acute Disease; D001170:Arthritis, Infectious / Q000175:diagnosis*; D002114:Calcinosis / Q000175:diagnosis*; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007719:Knee Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D008023:Ligaments, Articular / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D008875:Middle Aged; D011859:Radiography; D011877:Radionuclide Imaging; D013577:Syndrome; D013710:Tendons / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging