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ModerateRheumatologySeptic arthritisuk-plab-1

A 56-year-old man presents with a hot, swollen knee and severe pain on weight-bearing. He has a temperature of 38.3°C and is unable to move the joint. There is no history of trauma or gout. What is the most appropriate next step?

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