10th Edition of
World Congress on Infectious Diseases & One Health
October 05-07, 2026 | Tokyo, Japan
Joint Infections, also known as septic arthritis, occur when pathogens invade the synovial fluid and tissues surrounding a joint, leading to inflammation and damage. Bacterial Infections are the most common cause of septic arthritis, with Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus species being predominant pathogens. Infections can also result from fungal or viral agents, though less frequently. Clinical presentation of Joint Infections includes pain, swelling, redness, and restricted joint movement. Systemic symptoms such as fever and chills may accompany the local manifestations. Septic arthritis often affects a single joint, with the knee being the most commonly involved, followed by the hip and shoulder. Diagnosis involves joint aspiration to analyze the synovial fluid, allowing for the identification of pathogens and assessment of inflammatory markers. Blood cultures may be performed to identify the primary source of infection. Imaging studies, such as X-rays and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), assist in evaluating joint damage and guiding treatment decisions. Prompt and targeted antimicrobial therapy is crucial for managing Joint Infections. In some cases, surgical drainage or joint lavage may be necessary to remove infected material and debris. Long-term complications, such as joint destruction and chronic arthritis, can occur if Joint Infections are not promptly and effectively treated.
Title : Molecular crosstalk between the host and pathogen in Streptococcus pyogenes virulence
Francis J Castellino, University of Notre Dame, United States
Title : Phenotypic characterisation of non tuberculous mycobacterium species isolated from clinical specimens
Anant Marathe, Parul Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Parul University, India
Title : Praziquantel for the treatment of preschool-aged children with schistosomiasis: Results of an RCT
Susannah Colt, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, United States
Title : Carbapenemase-producing multidrug resistance of gram negative bacilli causing bacteremia at the general hospital of Mexico during the Covid-19 pandemic
Silvia Giono, Instituto Politecnico Nacional, Mexico
Title : The largest histamine poisoning outbreak in Brazil: An experience report from a one health perspective in Fernando de Noronha
Camila Ferro, Fundacao Oswaldo Cruz (Fiocruz), Brazil
Title : Combating antimicrobial resistance in sub-Saharan Africa: Advancing one health strategies for sustainable infectious disease control
Ugorji Miracle Enyinnaya, Greatlink Pharmaceutical, Nigeria