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Infection Following Total Joint Replacement

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Ever since orthopedic total joint replacement (TJR) was introduced by Sir John Charnley [1], orthopedic joint replacement has gained popularity given the considerable improvement in biocompatibility, functionality, and durability of these devices [2, 3]. Many of these alloplastic joints can function properly for decades [4–6]. However, one of the potential drawbacks to this technological and clinical advancement in the management of end-stage joint disease is the susceptibility of these devices to infection. Management of these infections involves elimination of the infection and returning the joint to function. In order to achieve these goals, early diagnosis and a rational management plan that includes surgical intervention, combined with appropriate antibiotic therapy, are essential [7, 8].

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    Louis G. Mercuri DDS, MS

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Mercuri, L.G. (2017). Infection Following Total Joint Replacement. In: Bouloux, G. (eds) Complications of Temporomandibular Joint Surgery. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-51241-9_10

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