Microbiological Characteristics and Clinical Outcomes of Periprosthetic Infections Following Oncologic Megaprosthetic Reconstruction: A Retrospective Cohort Study

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Authors

Vasileios Karampikas · National and Kapodistrian University of Athens

Stavros Goumenos · Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Andreas G. Tsantes · National and Kapodistrian University of Athens

Ioannis Trikoupis · National and Kapodistrian University of Athens

Panayiotis Gavriil · National and Kapodistrian University of Athens

Anastasios G. Roustemis · National and Kapodistrian University of Athens

Abstract

Two-stage revision remains the most effective strategy for PJI management in megaprostheses. DAIR may control acute infection but is suboptimal for definitive treatment. Individualized, multidisciplinary approaches are essential to improve outcomes in this high-risk population.

Topics & Keywords

Orthopedic Infections and Treatments Sarcoma Diagnosis and Treatment Surgical site infection prevention

UN Sustainable Development Goals

No poverty

Publication Details

Published in: Pathogens

Volume 15, Issue 3, pp. 306-306

DOI: 10.3390/pathogens15030306

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