Prevention and Diagnosis of Periprosthetic Knee Infection.
Instr Course Lect
; 66: 223-233, 2017 Feb 15.
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ABSTRACT
Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) has become an increasingly common treatment option for patients who have debilitating knee arthritis. TKA is a relatively safe and efficient procedure that results in promising outcomes and has a positive effect on a patient's quality of life. More TKAs are being performed annually because the procedure substantially reduces pain and improves functionality; however, as the number of TKAs continues to rise, there is concern for potential complications that may result in prosthetic joint failure. Primary TKA failure may result in revision procedures that have high costs and an increased risk for additional complications. Infection is the second most common cause of primary TKA failure and the single most common cause of revision TKA failure. Surgeons who have a better understanding of the epidemiology, risk factors, and diagnostic modalities associated with periprosthetic knee infection will be able to implement preventive measures and treat patients in whom such a complication occurs.
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Diagnostic_studies
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Humans
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En
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Instr Course Lect
Ano de publicação:
2017
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Article