Type:
Educational Exhibit
Keywords:
Inflammation, Infection, Arthritides, Laboratory tests, Drainage, Diagnostic procedure, Ultrasound, MR, CT, Musculoskeletal system, Interventional non-vascular, Anatomy
Authors:
A. R. Shah1, H. Nagraj2, S. Abdullah1; 1Abu Dhabi/AE, 2Romford/UK
DOI:
10.26044/ecr2019/C-3035
Learning objectives
To help recognise the MR imaging features of acute septic unilateral sacroiliitis affecting either the synovial or ligamentous portions of the sacroiliac joint ; (Marrow oedema,
joint effusion,
juxta-articular soft tissue oedema+/- collections) .
To demonstrate ultrasound and CT guided aspiration techniques which are essential in the diagnostic work-up and management .
To increase awareness of uncommon causative organisms (Gram +ve cocci,
Mycobacterium tuberculosis and Brucella) and the utility of serological testing in addition to appropriate clinical history .
To avoid the pitfall of injudicious use of intra-articular steroid injections for symptomatic relief with potential of causing patient harm and serious complications .