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Macrophage activation syndrome or septic arthritis: a case of mistaken identity.
J Pediatr Orthop B
July 2015
aSt Georges Hospital, Tooting, London bQueen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital, Margate, Kent, UK.
Article Synopsis
- 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.