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ModerateRheumatologySeptic arthritisuk-plab-1

A 62-year-old man presents with an acutely painful, swollen right knee that is warm and tender. He is febrile at 38.2 degrees Celsius and unable to bear weight. What is the most appropriate immediate investigation or management?

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