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
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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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