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Periprosthetic joint infection: what next?
Vishal Rajput1,2, R M D Meek3, Fares S Haddad1,4,5,6
1University College London Hospital, London, UK.
The Bone & Joint Journal
|November 1, 2022
Summary
Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is a complex complication requiring ongoing research. Advances in definition and patient-centered care are noted, but challenges in identifying causative organisms and resolving issues persist for the orthopaedic community.
Area of Science:
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Infectious Diseases
- Biomaterials Science
Background:
- Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) presents significant challenges in prosthetic joint management.
- Despite increased focus over the past decade, many questions regarding PJI remain unanswered.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an updated perspective on the current state of periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) research.
- To outline future research directions and ongoing challenges in managing PJI.
Main Methods:
- Review and synthesis of current knowledge and ongoing research in PJI.
- Discussion of evolving surgical strategies and patient-centered care approaches.
Main Results:
- A workable definition for PJI is now available for consensus.
- Surgical strategies are evolving, with a growing emphasis on patient-centered care.
Conclusions:
- Continued focus on identifying causative organisms in PJI is essential.
- Despite progress, PJI remains a major challenge for orthopaedics, necessitating further research and resolution of numerous problems.
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