Multifocal Osteoarticular Infection by Methicillin-Sensitive Staphylococcus aureus in the Neonatal Period: A Diagnostic Challenge

Cureus 2026 Open access

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Authors: Filipe Ramos, Joana Ovídio, Joana Arcângelo, João Lameiras Campagnolo, Beatriz Sousa Nunes, Catarina Machado França Gouveia
DOI: 10.7759/cureus.103123
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Abstract

We report the case of a 15-day-old neonate presenting with multifocal osteoarticular infection, initially manifesting as septic arthritis of the right wrist, which rapidly progressed to involve multiple sites, including the right deltoid and left hip. The etiological agent was identified as methicillin-sensitive Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA). This case is notable for its multifocality, the severity of the clinical course in the neonatal period, and the association with a prior history of neonatal admission for severe hypernatremic dehydration.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Neonatal and Maternal Infections Orthopedic Infections and Treatments Antimicrobial Resistance in Staphylococcus

Publication details

Journal / source
Cureus
Volume
18
Issue
2
Pages
e103123–e103123
Publication date
6 February 2026
Language
EN