Template:Arthrocentesis indications

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Indications

  • Suspicion of septic arthritis
  • Suspicion of crystal induced arthritis
  • Evaluation of therapeutic response for septic arthritis
  • Unexplained arthritis with synovial effusion
  • Evaluation of joint capsule integrity if overlying laceration

Relative Indications

  • Therapeutic (decrease intra-articular pressure, injection of anesthetics/steroids)