Diagnostic accuracy of alpha-defensin in periprosthetic joint infection: a systematic review and meta-analysis
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DOI: 10.1007/s00264-017-3647-3
Abstract: BackgroundAlpha-defensin, a novel biomarker, has shown great potential for the accurate diagnosis of periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) in recent years: many published studies have presented encouraging results. Nevertheless, the diagnostic accuracy of alpha-defensin is inconsistent… read more here.
Keywords: defensin; analysis; diagnostic accuracy; joint infection ... See more keywords
Twenty common errors in the diagnosis and treatment of periprosthetic joint infection
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DOI: 10.1007/s00264-019-04426-7
Abstract: Background Misconceptions and errors in the management of periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) can compromise the treatment success. The goal of this paper is to systematically describe twenty common mistakes in the diagnosis and management of… read more here.
Keywords: treatment; infection; twenty common; pji ... See more keywords
Micro-organisms and risk factors associated with prosthetic joint infection following primary total knee replacement—our experience in Pakistan
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DOI: 10.1007/s00264-019-04472-1
Abstract: Purpose To identify potential risk factors and micro-organisms associated with prosthetic joint infection following primary total knee replacement surgery. Hypothesis of study Our hypothesis is that body mass index (BMI), operative time, type of surgery,… read more here.
Keywords: associated prosthetic; surgery; knee replacement; prosthetic joint ... See more keywords
Evaluation and interpretation of prosthetic joint infection diagnostic investigations
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DOI: 10.1007/s00264-021-04958-x
Abstract: Total joint arthroplasty (TJA) is considered one of the most successful surgical procedures ever developed. It can successfully provide pain relief, restore joint function, and improve mobility and quality of life. Prosthetic joint infection (PJI)… read more here.
Keywords: interpretation; evaluation; prosthetic joint; joint infection ... See more keywords
Synovial fluid calprotectin in diagnosing periprosthetic joint infection: A meta-analysis
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DOI: 10.1007/s00264-022-05357-6
Abstract: Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is one of the most debilitating complications following joint replacement surgery. Synovial biomarkers, such as Calprotectin, have become valuable in the diagnosis of PJI. This meta-analysis aimed to investigate the role… read more here.
Keywords: joint infection; periprosthetic joint; calprotectin; meta analysis ... See more keywords
A new perspective on current prosthetic joint infection classifications: introducing topography as a key factor affecting treatment strategy
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DOI: 10.1007/s00402-018-3058-y
Abstract: Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is a relatively frequent and devastating complication following prosthetic joint implantation. Several classification systems have been presented by various authors and are routinely used in clinical practice to help in early… read more here.
Keywords: topography; treatment; infection; prosthetic joint ... See more keywords
Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and the Risk of Prosthetic Joint Infection: A Nationwide Database Analysis
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DOI: 10.1007/s10620-022-07475-y
Abstract: Current guidelines suggest antibiotics prophylaxis is not necessary for patients with orthopedic prosthetics undergoing gastrointestinal endoscopy. Clinical evidence to support this recommendation is lacking. To analyze the association between inpatient gastrointestinal endoscopy and prosthetic joint… read more here.
Keywords: gastrointestinal endoscopy; joint infection; prosthetic joint; index ... See more keywords
The Role of One-Stage Exchange for Prosthetic Joint Infection
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DOI: 10.1007/s12178-018-9499-7
Abstract: Purpose of ReviewIn an era of increasing numbers of hip and knee replacements, strategies to manage prosthetic joint infection (PJI) that are effective at infection control with good patient-reported outcomes and cost containment for health… read more here.
Keywords: single stage; stage exchange; prosthetic joint; joint infection ... See more keywords
Fusobacterium nucleatum prosthetic hip infection: Case report and review of the literature of unusual anaerobic prosthetic joint infection.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.anaerobe.2018.08.003
Abstract: The anaerobic Gram-negative rod Fusobacterium nucleatum is an oral commensal and periodontal pathogen that has been associated with a wide variety of infections, yet it is extremely rare to be associated with prosthetic joint infection.… read more here.
Keywords: fusobacterium nucleatum; infection; case; review ... See more keywords
An unexpected pathogen causing prosthetic joint infection following screening colonoscopy
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DOI: 10.1016/j.artd.2019.08.006
Abstract: A 61-year-old woman with a right total knee arthroplasty presented with 1 week of atraumatic right knee swelling, pain, and fevers 2 weeks following a routine screening colonoscopy. Aspiration was concerning for prosthetic joint infection… read more here.
Keywords: screening colonoscopy; joint infection; unexpected pathogen; prosthetic joint ... See more keywords
Adverse Soft-Tissue Reaction After Ceramic-On-Ceramic Bearing Fracture Mimicking a Periprosthetic Joint Infection
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DOI: 10.1016/j.artd.2021.12.001
Abstract: Prosthetic failure secondary to bearing fracture remains a potential complication in ceramic-on-ceramic total hip arthroplasty. We report the unusual presentation of a ceramic component fracture of a total hip arthroplasty performed 17 years ago that… read more here.
Keywords: tissue reaction; tissue; periprosthetic joint; fracture ... See more keywords