The Use Of Nanochitosan For Local Prophylaxis Of Postoperative Infections In Hip Arthroplasty: An Experimental Study
Abstract
This experimental study evaluates the effectiveness of nanochitosan as a local prophylactic agent against postoperative infections following hip arthroplasty. The investigation included assessment of inflammatory and immunological biomarkers such as C-reactive protein (CRP), procalcitonin, interleukin-6 (IL-6), tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), ferritin, and white blood cell counts in animal models. Results demonstrate that nanochitosan significantly reduces markers of systemic inflammation and infection compared to traditional prophylactic methods. The findings suggest that nanochitosan coatings on implants may provide a promising strategy for preventing periprosthetic joint infections, thereby improving postoperative outcomes and reducing complications.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Orthopedic Infections and Treatments
Orthopaedic implants and arthroplasty
Surgical site infection prevention
Publication details
- Journal / source
- International Journal of Medical Science and Public Health Research
- Volume
- 7
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 46–53
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN