Orthopaedic knowledge update : musculoskeletal infection
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Orthopaedic knowledge update : musculoskeletal infection
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 2009
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OKU, orthopaedic knowledge update : musculoskeletal infection
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"Developed by the Musculoskeletal Infection Society."
Includes bibliographical references and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
Developed by the Musculoskeletal Infection Society and published by AAOS, this is the first comprehensive orthopaedic literature digest devoted to identifying, preventing, and treating bone, joint, and soft-tissue infections. The book distills five years of knowledge and experience into a practical and accessible guide of current best practices. Includes rapidly evolving areas such as diagnosis and detection, and total joint infections.
Chapters on surgical site infections, implant-related infections, bite wounds, and more make this volume particularly relevant. Sections include:
General Considerations
Diagnostic Modalities
Approach to Treatment
Specific Situations
Table of Contents
- .....Section 1: General Considerations
- John L. Esterhai, Jr., MD, Editor
- 1. Epidemiology
- 2. Microbiology of Musculoskeletal Infection
- 3. Biofilm, Biomaterials, and Bacterial Adherence
- 4. Host Factors and Immune Response
- 5. Procedure-Related Reduction of the Risk of Infection
- .....Section 2: Diagnostic Modalities
- Robin Patel, MD, Editor
- 6. Clinical and Laboratory Evaluation
- 7. Diagnostic Imaging of Periprosthetic Joint Infection.
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