The most accurate and reliable systemic marker for separating septic from aseptic arthritis is procalcitonin.

Published Date: 28 Jul 2023

According to a recent study, procalcitonin appears to be the most sensitive and specific systemic marker for distinguishing between septic and aseptic arthritis.

Read Full News

Latest News

Optimizing the Use of Disease-Modifying Therapies Across the Spinal Muscular Atrophy Care Continuum: An Expert TheraTalk

Optimizing the Use of Disease-Modifying Therapies Across the Spinal Muscular Atrophy Care Continuum: An Expert TheraTalk

Doctor Tripped Up by $64,000 Bill for Ankle Surgery and Hospital Stay

An insurance contract quirk leads to a claim denial

Partial vs Total Knee Replacement: Is One Superior?

Photo finish after 10 years in randomized trial, but a winner is identified

AAOS: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

ASBMR: American Society for Bone and Mineral Research

Cheap Drug During High-Risk Surgery Reduces Blood Transfusions

Canadian trial backs the routine use of tranexamic acid for major noncardiac procedures

Todays Updates

EMA Backs Breast Cancer SERD After FDA No Vote

The recommendation follows phase 3 data showing longer progression-free survival when patients switched to camizestrant plus a CDK4/6 inhibitor.

Datopotamab Deruxtecan Earns New Breast Cancer Indication

The antibody drug conjugate was approved by the FDA for certain patients with triple-negative breast cancer.

Todays Updates

EMA Backs Breast Cancer SERD After FDA No Vote

The recommendation follows phase 3 data showing longer progression-free survival when patients switched to camizestrant plus a CDK4/6 inhibitor.

Datopotamab Deruxtecan Earns New Breast Cancer Indication

The antibody drug conjugate was approved by the FDA for certain patients with triple-negative breast cancer.

Latest News

Optimizing the Use of Disease-Modifying Therapies Across the Spinal Muscular Atrophy Care Continuum: An Expert TheraTalk

An insurance contract quirk leads to a claim denial

Photo finish after 10 years in randomized trial, but a winner is identified

Canadian trial backs the routine use of tranexamic acid for major noncardiac procedures

News All Time

Matching Drug to Bug Is Crucial to Treat Prosthetic Joint Infections

Three studies highlight ways to improve outcomes for vexing problem

In Spine Surgery, Blood Thinners May Hurt More Than They Help

Single-center study finds no thrombosis prevention and more complications

For Nicotine Users Needing Rotator Cuff Repair, Vapes May Be Better Than Smokes

Study shows fewer postoperative complications

GLP-1 Drugs and Bone Injury; 'Fire-Breathing' Teen Trend; Saunas' Health Benefits?

Health news and commentary gathered by MedPage Today staff

Achilles Tendon Ruptures Rare in Pro Soccer, but Devastating When They Happen

Top-level U.S. players typically out 8 months; longer for those 26 or younger

Robotic Hip Arthroplasty: Infection Risk Skyrockets in Morbid Obesity

Technology assistance reduces some complications, but could make infections more likely

Has Baseball's Pitch Clock Altered Players' Injury Risk?

Starting pitchers suffering UCL tears earlier in the season, study shows

Here's What Doctors Should Know About the Stryker Cyberattack

Attack mainly affected ordering; most beds, cardiac devices, surgical products cleared for use

Quiz Time: Why Did RFK Jr. Have Surgery?

You passed medical training, now see if you can pass our weekly quiz

William Shatner's Surgery; 'Brain Dead' Woman Wakes Up; Near-Fatal Measles Case

Health news and commentary gathered by MedPage Today staff

RFK Jr. to Undergo Surgery

HHS secretary out all week, plans to return next Monday, spokesperson tells MedPage Today

Trial Breathes New Life Into Neurotrophins as Target in Osteoarthritis

Novel agent outperforms placebo in phase II trial, but is it enough?

Tried-and-True Carpal Tunnel Treatment Flops in Controlled Trial

Splinting no better than a simple "placebo" bandage

Deadly Pickleball Match; Malone Exits ACIP: 'Last Straw'; Novel Parkinson's Therapy?

Health news and commentary gathered by MedPage Today staff

He Didn't Know He Broke 11 Ribs. This Surprise Condition Was to Blame.

Case report highlights challenges of tumor-induced osteomalacia

Child's 'Tail-Like' Limb Had to Be Surgically Removed

The extra limb looked like a "flexed thigh with a partially developed foot"

Recommended News For You

Let's Talk Breast Density; Cancer, Movies, and Music; Treatment-Induced Aging?

Legal, Recreational Marijuana Linked to Higher CUD Prevalence.

Indoor hydroponic gardening can improve mental health and quality of life for cancer patients

Radiation from CT scans could account for 5% of all cancer cases a year, study suggests

MCh in Gynecologic Oncology: Admission, Medical School, Fees, Qualifications Information

Study finds 20 minutes of mindful breathing can rapidly reduce intensity of cancer pain

Teenagers Frequently Use Delta-8 THC; New Drug-Coated Balloon Treats Blocked Stents.

Recommended Articles For You

The Significance of APTT Blood Test Results for Detecting Coagulation Disorders 

Insights into Doxorubicin and Liposomal Doxorubicin in Extra-Abdominal Desmoid-Type Fibromatosis 

The Pros and Cons of Using Cyclophosphamide in Cancer Treatment  

Neoadjuvant Abraxane Chemotherapy Combined with Neutrophil Cytopharmaceuticals and Radiotherapy 

Whats more on Hidoc Dr.

Medical Updates
KOL Videos
Surveys
Events

Daily news to keep you up to date

Gain valuable insights with our in-depth KOL Video discussions

Participate and win cash vouchers

Get updates on the latest events happening around the world
Featured News
Featured Articles
Featured Events
Featured KOL Videos

1.

Charles III, King of Kings, is Cancerous.

2.

Chemo-Free Quadruplet Shows Promise as DLBCL's First Therapy.

3.

Perioperative Anti-PD-1 in Soft-Tissue Sarcoma Boosts Disease-Free Survival

4.

Merck enhances its oncology pipeline by means of a strategic alliance with Hengrui.

5.

WHO releases new R&D landscape analyses highlighting gaps and inequities in cancer research

1.

The benefits and risks of taking fludrocortisone for adrenal insufficiency 

2.

Ultimate Guide to Oncology Services in the USA

3.

Unveiling New Hope: Potential Therapeutic Targets in Hematological Malignancies

4.

Real-World Oncology Insights: CAR-T, Immunotherapy, PROs, and Digital Tools

5.

Introducing the Corrected Calcium Calculator: A Revolutionary Tool in Medical Assessment 

1.

International Lung Cancer Congress®

2.

Genito-Urinary Oncology Summit 2026

3.

Future NRG Oncology Meeting

4.

ISMB 2026 (Intelligent Systems for Molecular Biology)

5.

Annual International Congress on the Future of Breast Cancer East

1.

Oropharyngeal Cancer in Relation to HPV Status

2.

Advances in Classification/ Risk Stratification of Plasma Cell Dyscrasias- The Summary

3.

Navigating the Brain Barrier: The CNS Challenge in ALK+ NSCLC

4.

EGFR Mutation Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer- Case Discussion & Conclusion

5.

Management of 1st line ALK+ mNSCLC (CROWN TRIAL Update) - Part V

Fastest Growing Medical Platform for Doctors

Address :
Hidoc Dr. Inc. | Delaware C Corp | 1309 Coffeen Ave. Suite 1200, Sheridan WY, 82801

Phone :
+1-415-463-3094

Email :
anishagadia@hidoc.co

Quick Links

Drug DatabaseDrug InteractionDiseases Database
KOL VideosKnowledge HubQuizzes
Medical UpdatesEventsAbout Us

© Copyright 2026 Hidoc Dr. Inc.

Terms & Conditions - LLP | Inc. | Privacy Policy - LLP | Inc. | Account Deactivation
Home
Profile
Login
bot