ReviewCureus2024
The Investigation and Management of Peri-Prosthetic Joint Infection After Total Knee Arthroplasty: An Update Based on the Latest British Orthopaedic Association Standard and Speciality Standard Guidelines.
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3 citing papers in PubMed.
- Bone Morphogenetic Proteins-2-Augmented Acetabular Bone Stock Restoration During Two-stage Revision for Periprosthetic Joint Infection: A Case Report.Journal of orthopaedic case reports · 2026Article
- Mid- to Long-Term Follow-Up Outcomes of Single Design Rotating Hinge Knee in Infected and Noninfected Revision Patients.Orthopaedic surgery · 2026Article
- Simultaneous Bilateral Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus Infection After Total Knee Arthroplasty Successfully Treated with Continuous Local Antibiotic Perfusion: A Case Report.The American journal of case reports · 2025Article
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Abstract
Peri-prosthetic joint infection (PJI) is a significant complication following total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Early identification and management are essential to prevent severe morbidity and mortality in these patients. Long-term complications of PJI include the need for multiple operations, disability, joint stiffness, reduced range of motion, and increased mortality. Clinical signs, inflammatory markers, imaging, tissue sampling, and synovial fluid analysis are required to diagnose PJI. Debridement antibiotics and implant retention (DAIR) is an effective management option, but single- or two-stage exchange arthroplasty may be ultimately required. All cases of PJI in TKA must be discussed in a multi-disciplinary (MDT) meeting. This review incorporates the updated British Orthopaedic Association (BOA) standard and speciality standard to provide an up-to-date guideline on the early identification and management of PJI. We highlight that adhering to the BOA guidelines and adopting an MDT approach are essential for optimal patient outcomes.
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