Resumen de Management of Prosthetic Joint Infection
Aaron J. Tande, Eric O. Gómez-Urena, Elie F. Berbari, Douglas R Osmon
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.
