Abstract
The incidence of septic arthritis among children in developed countries is estimated to be 4 to 10 cases per 100,000 children per year, peaking at about age 3 years. The most common causative organism is Staphylococcus aureus, although the microbiology varies by age. Prompt diagnosis and treatment is critical to prevent long-term sequelae. Empiric therapy should target the most likely causative organism(s) and total duration generally falls between 10 days and 4 weeks depending on clinical course, patient age, and organism. A short intravenous course is sufficient in most cases. Unusual and alternate causes of arthritis should be considered in special cases. [Pediatr Ann. 2019;48(9):e354-e359.].
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