Reactive arthritis of the temporomandibular joints and cervical spine in a child
2007
Reactive Arthritis in a Child's Jaw and Neck
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Bita Arabshahi, Kevin M Baskin, Randy Q Cron
Primary Institution: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, PA, USA
Hypothesis
Can reactive arthritis occur in the temporomandibular joints and cervical spine of children?
Conclusion
This report represents the first pediatric case of reactive arthritis isolated to the cervical spine and TMJs.
Supporting Evidence
- Reactive TMJ arthritis has been previously reported in adults but not in children.
- Joint effusions were detected via MRI in the TMJs and cervical spine.
- The child's symptoms improved significantly after treatment.
Takeaway
A 6-year-old boy had swelling in his jaw and neck due to reactive arthritis, which got better after treatment.
Methodology
Case report detailing the clinical presentation, MRI findings, and treatment of a child with reactive arthritis.
Limitations
The case is based on a single patient, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
6-year-old Native American boy.
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