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ModerateRheumatologySeptic arthritisuk-plab-1

A 59 year old woman with long standing rheumatoid arthritis presents with a hot, swollen right knee and severe pain. She is on long term Methotrexate and low dose Prednisolone. She is apyrexial but the joint is markedly tender with reduced range of movement. What is the most appropriate next investigation?

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