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. 2012 Oct;14(5):551-7.
doi: 10.1007/s11908-012-0284-2.

Prosthetic joint infections

Saima Aslam  1 , Rabih O Darouiche
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Prosthetic joint infections

Saima Aslam et al. Curr Infect Dis Rep. 2012 Oct.

Abstract

Prosthetic joint infections represent a major therapeutic challenge for both healthcare providers and patients. This article reviews the predisposing factors, pathogenesis, microbiology, diagnosis, treatment, and prophylaxis of prosthetic joint infection. The most optimal management strategy should be identified on the basis of a number of considerations, including type and duration of infection, antimicrobial susceptibility of the infecting pathogen, condition of infected tissues and bone stock, patient wishes, and functional status.

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Algorithm for the management of an infected prosthetic joint. [With permission from the Massachusetts Medical Society: Del Pozo et al. Infection Associated with Prosthetic Joints. New Engl J Med. 2009 Aug 20;361(8):787–94].
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