Do Sonication Results of Mobile Parts Predict Failure After Debridement and Implant Retention in Acute Periprosthetic Joint Infection?

Open Forum Infectious Diseases 2026 Open access

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Authors: Loris Oehen, Mario Morgenstern, Daniel Goldenberger, Richard Kuehl, Brigitta Gahl, Martin Clauss, Parham Sendi
DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofaf807
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References: 29

Abstract

Abstract In 57 periprosthetic joint infections with presumed acute presentations, the 2-year successful outcomes of debridement and implant retention were 64% (when sonication results revealed

Fields of Study & Subjects

Orthopedic Infections and Treatments Orthopaedic implants and arthroplasty Surgical site infection prevention

Publication details

Journal / source
Open Forum Infectious Diseases
Volume
13
Issue
2
Pages
ofaf807–ofaf807
Publication date
3 January 2026
Language
EN