Management of infected non-union of the proximal femur: a combination of therapeutic techniques.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A challenging case of a nonunion of the proximal femur complicated by infection attributed to microbial and fungal pathogens requiring a combination of novel surgical techniques to achieve eradication of infection, preservation of the native hip joint, and restoration of function.
Medical subject headings
- Anti-Bacterial Agents
- Antifungal Agents
- Candidiasis
- Fracture Fixation, Intramedullary
- Fractures, Ununited
- Hip Fractures
- Staphylococcal Infections
- Wound Infection