Prosthetic joint infections and legal disputes: a threat to the future of prosthetic orthopedics

Highlights Prosthetic joint infections (PJI) represent one of the major problems in orthopedic prosthetic surgery. The diagnosis of prosthetic infections requires a multispecialist approach, from accurate anamnestic collection, to clinical evaluation and biomarkers of inflammation, to the use of ima...

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Autores principales: Giuseppe Basile, Mario Gallina, Alberto Passeri, Rosa Maria Gaudio, Nicolò Castelnuovo, Pasquale Ferrante, Giorgio Maria Calori
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Publicado: SpringerOpen 2021
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Acceso en línea:https://doaj.org/article/a90a9d3c90444309beeccf73ac7a5f80
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Sumario:Highlights Prosthetic joint infections (PJI) represent one of the major problems in orthopedic prosthetic surgery. The diagnosis of prosthetic infections requires a multispecialist approach, from accurate anamnestic collection, to clinical evaluation and biomarkers of inflammation, to the use of imaging techniques. The identification of the bacteria responsible for the infection is essential for the timely diagnostic setting and the correct antibiotic treatment. Risk management procedures, adherence to guidelines and good care practices, to prevent errors and complications.