Coexistent septic and crystal arthritis. Report of four cases and literature review.
The coexistence of acute crystal induced synovitis and septic arthritis is an uncommonly reported occurrence. Twenty-two cases have been reported. Four additional patients are described and possible pathogenic mechanisms discussed. The diagnosis of one of these entities should not preclude a diligent search for the other.
D000368:Aged; D001168:Arthritis / Q000150:complications* / Q000378:metabolism; D001170:Arthritis, Infectious / Q000150:complications*; D002805:Chondrocalcinosis / Q000150:complications; D003460:Crystallization; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged