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. 1980 Jan-Feb:(146):209-12.

Urethral instrumentation and deep sepsis in total hip replacement

B M Wroblewski, H J del Sel
  • PMID: 7371252

Urethral instrumentation and deep sepsis in total hip replacement

B M Wroblewski et al. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 1980 Jan-Feb.

Abstract

One hundred and ninety-five male patients developed urinary retention following Charnley low friction arthroplasty. Seventy required prostatectomy, with a mortality rate of 8.6%. The overall deep sepsis rate of the implant was 6.2%. Males with urinary tract symptoms should be investigated and treated before being accepted for total hip replacement.

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