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Review
. 2009 Jul-Aug;34(6):1135-6.
doi: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2009.03.020. Epub 2009 May 29.

Current recommendations in the management of osteomyelitis of the hand and wrist

Hitoshi Honda  1 , Jay R McDonald
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Review

Current recommendations in the management of osteomyelitis of the hand and wrist

Hitoshi Honda et al. J Hand Surg Am. 2009 Jul-Aug.

Abstract

Management of osteomyelitis of the hand and wrist is a multidisciplinary and individualized process. A rational approach to management includes careful consideration of the pathogenesis, microbiology, diagnostic options, and surgical and medical treatment of this disease.

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