Abstract
An outbreak of methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus joint infections occurred at an outpatient radiology center. We identified 7 case patients; all had undergone magnetic resonance arthrograms with intra-articular joint injections. The outbreak was likely due to unsafe injection practices in preparation of contrast solution for intra-articular injection.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Ambulatory Care Facilities
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Arthrography / adverse effects
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Contrast Media / administration & dosage
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Contrast Media / adverse effects*
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Disease Outbreaks*
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Female
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Humans
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Injections, Intra-Articular
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Joint Diseases / epidemiology*
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Joint Diseases / microbiology
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging / adverse effects*
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Staphylococcal Infections / epidemiology*
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Staphylococcus aureus