Rate of Infection and Causative Organisms in a Lateral Approach Total Ankle Replacement

• Published in: Foot and ankle specialist p. 19386400231184960
• Main Authors: Alhaddab, Yasser A, Mittal, Rajat, Symes, Michael J, Wines, Andrew P
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States 10.07.2023
• Subjects: arthritis and joint disease; diagnostic and therapeutic techniques; wound care; heel—rearfoot—ankle; ankle injuries; infections; general disorders; antimicrobials; comorbid conditions; joint replacement

Although the rate of both superficial and deep infection in total ankle replacement (TAR) can reach up to 13% as reported in the literature, there is little information on the causative organisms, especially in laterally implanted prosthesis. This study aims to identify organisms causing infections...