Joint Aspiration (Arthrocentesis)
About the procedure
Care before the procedure
- Inform your doctor about medications, especially blood thinners or anti-inflammatory drugs.
- Avoid topical creams or ointments on the joint before the procedure.
- Wear loose clothing for easy access to the joint.
- Allergies or previous reactions to local anesthesia should be reported.
Care during the procedure
- The joint area is cleaned with antiseptic and local anesthesia is applied.
- A sterile needle is inserted to withdraw fluid from the joint.
- Fluid may be sent to the lab for analysis.
- The procedure usually takes a few minutes and is generally well tolerated.
Care after the procedure
- Apply pressure and a small dressing to prevent bleeding.
- Rest the joint and avoid strenuous activity for 24 hours.
- Mild pain or swelling may occur; use prescribed medications if needed.
- Report redness, warmth, increased swelling, or fever immediately.
- Follow-up may include review of lab results and further treatment.
Eligibility
- Patients with swollen, painful, or stiff joints.
- Suspected joint infections (septic arthritis).
- Individuals with gout or pseudogout to identify crystal deposits.
- Monitoring inflammatory or autoimmune joint diseases like rheumatoid arthritis.
- Relief of joint pressure and pain caused by fluid accumulation.
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