Joint Problems
Joint fluid culture is a laboratory test to detect infection-causing organisms in a sample of fluid surrounding a joint.
Alternative Names
Joint fluid culture
How the test is performed
A sample of joint fluid is needed. This may be done in a doctor's office using a needle, or during an operating room procedure. For more information on this procedure, see
The fluid sample is sent to a laboratory where it is placed in a special dish and watched to see if bacteria,...
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Medical Problems After Joint Replacement
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Concern about medical problems is increasing as more and more adults are having total hip replacements (THRs) and total knee replacements (TKRs).... Read more »
The Patellar Problem with New Knee Joints
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Total knee replacements (TKR) are fairly common these days. Doctors use many different types of implants. Each new joint implant has several parts:... Read more »
Knock knees
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Knock knees is a condition in which the knees touch, but the ankles do not touch. The legs angle inward.Alternative NamesGenu valgumCauses,... Read more »
Achondrogenesis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Achondrogenesis is a rare type of growth hormone deficiency in which there is a defect in the development of bone and cartilage. Causes,... Read more »
Knee arthroscopy
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Knee scope - arthroscopic lateral retinacular release; Synovectomy - knee; Patellar (knee) debridement; Meniscus repair; Lateral release; Knee... Read more »
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