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Erythrocyte sedimentation rate and septic arthritis in children
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Report by Russell Boyd, Consultant Search checked by Bruce Martin, Specialist Registrar
Clinical scenario
A 3 year old child presents to the emergency department with a short history of limp, temperature and difficulty in weight bearing on the left leg. The pain is principally located at the hip joint and you fear this …