Low frequency of local findings in periprosthetic hip infection caused by low-virulent bacteria compared to periprosthetic knee infection
Abstract Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is suspected when local findings such as pain, swelling, hyperthermia, and sinus tract are present. However, the frequency of these findings and the difference between hip and knee are unclear. This study compared the positive rates of local findings in...
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Main Authors: | Takashi Imagama, Kazushige Seki, Toshihiro Seki, Yuta Matsuki, Kazuhiro Yamazaki, Takashi Sakai |
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Language: | EN |
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Nature Portfolio
2021
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Online Access: | https://doaj.org/article/982fd542f64946259a094b6283fba749 |
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