The management of periprosthetic infections in the future: a review of new forms of treatment.
review · Level V
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Abstract
The number of arthroplasties being undertaken is expected to grow year on year, and periprosthetic joint infections will be an increasing socioeconomic burden. The challenge to prevent and eradicate these infections has resulted in the emergence of several new strategies, which are discussed in this review. Cite this article: Bone Joint J 2015;97-B:1162-9.
Medical subject headings
- Arthroplasty, Replacement
- Joint Prosthesis
- Prosthesis-Related Infections