Journal article
Multiple Periprosthetic Joint Infections: Evidence for Decreasing Prevalence
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Multiple periprosthetic joint infections (MPJIs) are uncommon. We determine the prevalence of developing a second-site periprosthetic joint infection.
METHODS: Our institutional arthroplasty database was reviewed. Those who developed a second-site infection had a retrospective chart review to determine the pathogen, timing of infection, comorbidities, and results of treatment.
Authors
Haverstock JP; Somerville LE; Naudie DD; Howard JL
Journal
The Journal of Arthroplasty, Vol. 31, No. 12, pp. 2862–2866
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
12 2016
DOI
10.1016/j.arth.2016.05.013
ISSN
0883-5403