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  • Title: Management of Prosthetic Joint Infection.
    Author: Tande AJ, Gomez-Urena EO, Berbari EF, Osmon DR.
    Journal: Infect Dis Clin North Am; 2017 Jun; 31(2):237-252. PubMed ID: 28366224.
    Abstract:
    Although uncommon, prosthetic joint infection is a devastating complication. This challenging condition requires a coordinated management approach to achieve good patient outcomes. This review details the general principles to consider when managing patients with prosthetic joint infection. The different medical/surgical treatment strategies and how to appropriately select a strategy are discussed. The data to support each strategy are presented, along with discussion of antimicrobial strategies in specific situations.
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