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Infectious Complications After Pelvic Ring Surgery

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Infections are disastrous complications after open reduction and internal fixation of pelvic ring injuries. The incidence and expected frequency, dependent on specific stabilization methods, are analyzed based on the available literature and treatment recommendations are stated. Risk factors are analyzed

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Hohenberger, G., Gänsslen, A., Staresinic, M., Lindahl, J. (2021). Infectious Complications After Pelvic Ring Surgery. In: Gänsslen, A., Lindahl, J., Grechenig, S., Füchtmeier, B. (eds) Pelvic Ring Fractures. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-54730-1_41

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