Paediatrics Publications
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
8-5-2021
Journal
Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Global research & reviews
Volume
5
Issue
8
URL with Digital Object Identifier
10.5435/JAAOSGlobal-D-20-00228
Abstract
Reports of septic hip arthritis in children with cerebral palsy are exceedingly rare. This case report describes a 10-year-old boy with spastic triplegic cerebral palsy (Gross Motor Functional Classification System), who presented with fever and irritability. This case highlights the difficulties in diagnosing septic joint arthritis in patients with cerebral palsy who are nonverbal and have limited mobility. A high index of suspicion is necessary in this population when presented with fever and new limitations in mobility.