Periprosthetic Joint Infections - 24/05/25

, Beau J. Kildow, MD b, Nicolás W. Cortés-Penfield, MD aCet article a été publié dans un numéro de la revue, cliquez ici pour y accéder
Résumé |
Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is a dreaded and devastating complication of total joint arthroplasty. The clinical presentation of PJI is dependent on multiple factors, but typically involves pain, swelling, warmth and erythema of the affected joint. The management of PJI is complex, with both the medical and surgical approach being scenario specific. The importance of interdisciplinary collaboration to manage these complicated infections cannot be overstated. This review, aimed at the practicing infectious diseases clinician, details the background, microbiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis and both surgical and medical treatment of PJI.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Periprosthetic joint infection, Prosthetic joint infection, Arthroplasty, Diagnosis, Treatment, Oral antibiotics, Surgical management
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