What is the evidence base to guide surgical treatment of infected hip prostheses? systematic review of longitudinal studies in unselected patients

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Prosthetic joint infection is an uncommon but serious complication of hip replacement. There are two main surgical treatment options, with the choice largely based on the preference of the surgeon. Evidence is required regarding the...

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Main Authors: Beswick Andrew D, Elvers Karen T, Smith Alison J, Gooberman-Hill Rachael, Lovering Andrew, Blom Ashley W
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-02-01
Series:BMC Medicine
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Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1741-7015/10/18