What Is the Optimal Number of Samples for Culture in Patients Undergoing Surgery for Foot and Ankle Infections?

Tanaka, Yasuhito; Aiyer, Amiethab; Iwata, Eiichiro; Yamamoto, Yusuke; Mijares, Michael R · Foot Ankle Int · 2019

expert_opinion · Level V

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Abstract

The optimal number of samples for culture in patients undergoing surgery for foot and ankle infections is unknown. We recommend that multiple tissue samples be taken. Consensus. Agree: 100%, Disagree: 0%, Abstain: 0% (Unanimous, Strongest Consensus).

Medical subject headings

Anatomy