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- This case study discusses a 2-year-old with macrophage activation syndrome (MAS) who was mistakenly diagnosed with septic arthritis, illustrating the challenge of accurately diagnosing such conditions in smaller hospitals.
- It highlights the similarities between MAS and septic arthritis, while summarizing clinical, radiological, and epidemiological characteristics of MAS, which is often underdiagnosed.
- The study includes a diagnostic algorithm and current treatment recommendations, emphasizing the need for early diagnosis and treatment to improve patient outcomes.
Article Abstract
We present an interesting case of macrophage activation syndrome in a 2-year-old, with no previous rheumatological diagnoses, incorrectly diagnosed with septic arthritis, to highlight the diagnostic difficulties, especially in small hospital units. We aim to present the similarities between the two conditions and to summarize the clinical, radiological and epidemiological features of macrophage activation syndrome, an underdiagnosed condition. A review of the current literature was performed, and a diagnostic algorithm was created. No current set treatment regimen exists, but current recommendations have been included. We have demonstrated the pitfalls in diagnosis and the importance of immediate treatment in optimizing prognosis.
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