Time-dependent microbial colonisation of temporary external fixations: a prospective descriptive study

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Thomas Kusnik · BG University Hospital Bergmannsheil Bochum

Ole Somberg · BG University Hospital Bergmannsheil Bochum

Thomas Rosteius · BG University Hospital Bergmannsheil Bochum

Christopher Ull · BG University Hospital Bergmannsheil Bochum

Martin Hoffmann · St. Josefs Hospital

Matthias Königshausen · BG University Hospital Bergmannsheil Bochum

Thomas Armin Schildhauer

Abstract

Fixation duration showed a significant time-dependent association with microbiologically detected colonisation of Schanz screw tips. When modelled continuously, each additional day of fixation was associated with increased odds of colonisation. An ASA score ≥ 3 was independently associated with colonisation probability.

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Bone fractures and treatments Facial Trauma and Fracture Management Orthopedic Infections and Treatments

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Published in: Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research

DOI: 10.1186/s13018-026-06815-2

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Time-dependent microbial colonisation of temporary external fixations: a prospective descriptive study

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