Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8800801 | Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery | 2018 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Although rare, infection after shoulder surgery can represent a devastating complication. Infection can negatively affect clinical outcomes, and eradication often requires a protracted treatment course. Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, and Cutibacterium acnes are among the most frequently isolated pathogens. Perioperative measures can be implemented to reduce infection risk. Here we review various perioperative practices and their efficacy at reducing infection after shoulder surgery.
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Jason “J.C.” MD, Jeffrey T. MD, Jeffrey MD, Richard J. MD,