Unnecessary Routine Use of Mycobacterial Cultures in Patients With Periprosthetic Joint Infections
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DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofac132
Abstract: Abstract Accurate diagnosis ensures appropriate therapy of periprosthetic joint infection (PJI). Since mycobacterial PJI is rare, routine testing is inappropriate. We reviewed hip and knee PJI at our institution over 28 months. Mycobacterial cultures were… read more here.
Keywords: routine use; mycobacterial cultures; use mycobacterial; cultures patients ... See more keywords