arthrocentesis
Sign in to saveArthrocentesis, or joint aspiration, is the clinical procedure performed to diagnose and, in some cases, treat musculoskeletal conditions. The procedure entails using a syringe to collect synovial fluid from or inject medication into the joint capsule. Laboratory analysis of synovial fluid can further help characterize the diseased joint and distinguish between gout, arthritis, and synovial infections such as septic arthritis.
Research
1,688 papers- Arthrocentesis for temporomandibular joint disorders: a network meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials.BMC oral health · 2024
- Advantages of ultrasound guidance for TMJ arthrocentesis and intra-articular injection: A narrative review.Dental and medical problems · 2022
- Arthrocentesis and soft tissue aspiration and injection.Best practice & research. Clinical rheumatology · 2023
- Arthrocentesis techniques used in the treatment of temporomandibular disorders: Literature review.Stomatologija · 2021
- Arthrocentesis vs conservative therapy for the management of TMJ disorders: A systematic review and meta-analysis.Journal of stomatology, oral and maxillofacial surgery · 2023
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Encyclopedic overview
8 sectionsContents
- Uses
- Diagnostic
- Synovial Fluid Analysis
- Therapeutic
- Procedure
- Complications
- References
- External links
Arthrocentesis, or joint aspiration, is the clinical procedure performed to diagnose and, in some cases, treat musculoskeletal conditions. The procedure entails using a syringe to collect synovial fluid from or inject medication into the joint capsule. Laboratory analysis of synovial fluid can further help characterize the diseased joint and distinguish between gout, arthritis, and synovial infections such as septic arthritis.
== Uses == In general, arthrocentesis should be strongly considered if there is suspected trauma, infection, or effusion of the joint.
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