A cost-effectiveness modelling study of strategies to reduce risk of infection following primary hip replacement based on a systematic review
Background: A deep infection of the surgical site is reported in 0.7% of all cases of total hip arthroplasty (THA). This often leads to revision surgery that is invasive, painful and costly. A range of strategies is employed in NHS hospitals to reduce risk, yet no economic analysis has been undertak...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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NIHR Journals Library
2016-07-01
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| Series: | Health Technology Assessment |
| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.3310/hta20540 |