Arthrocentesis, or joint aspiration, is a clinical procedure performed to diagnose and, in some cases, treat musculoskeletal conditions, using a syringe to withdraw synovial fluid from a joint or inject medication into the joint capsule. Laboratory analysis of the withdrawn fluid can help distinguish between gout, arthritis and synovial infections such as septic arthritis.
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Arthrocentesis, or joint aspiration, is the clinical procedure performed to diagnose and, in some cases, treat musculoskeletal conditions.
Treats: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Therapeutic
Corticosteroid medications may also be injected into the joint capsule to provide pain relief and anti-inflammatory effects, especially for rheumatoid arthritis and less commonly osteoarthritis.
Treats: Osteoarthritis, Therapeutic
Corticosteroid medications may also be injected into the joint capsule to provide pain relief and anti-inflammatory effects, especially for rheumatoid arthritis and less commonly osteoarthritis.
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