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. 2016 Nov 30:10:662-668.
doi: 10.2174/1874325001610010662. eCollection 2016.

Definition of Periprosthetic Hip and Knee Joint Infections and the Economic Burden

Rosamond Tansey  1 , Yusuf Mirza  1 , Mohamed Sukeik  2 , Mohammed Shaath  3 , Fares Sami Haddad  1
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Definition of Periprosthetic Hip and Knee Joint Infections and the Economic Burden

Rosamond Tansey et al. Open Orthop J. .

Abstract

Periprosthetic Joint infection (PJI) following hip and knee replacements is an important complication causing major concern for patients, operating surgeons and healthcare systems. Therefore, a standardized definition of PJI is required to improve communication and allow for valid comparisons of various diagnostic and treatment strategies. This review summarizes the most commonly used definitions for PJI and the current consensus. It also highlights the economic burden related to PJIs and the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to managing those infections.

Keywords: Consensus; Definition; Periprosthetic Joint Infection; Total Hip Arthroplasty; Total Knee Arthroplasty.

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