Early Management for Fracture-Related Infection: A Literature Review

Fracture-related infections (FRIs), as shown in the literature, represent one of the main complications of trauma surgery. They are a consequence of an implant-related "biofilm" formation and are a challenge for surgeons, microbiologists, and infectious disease specialists. For a correct d...

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Published in:Healthcare (Basel) 2024-07, Vol.12 (13), p.1306
Main Authors: Vicenti, Giovanni, Buono, Claudio, Albano, Federica, Ladogana, Teresa, Pesare, Elisa, Colasuonno, Giulia, Passarelli, Anna Claudia, Solarino, Giuseppe
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Antibiotics
Bacteria
Biofilms
Care and treatment
Classification
Complications and side effects
DAIR
Development and progression
Diabetes
fracture-related infection
Fractures
Hyperglycemia
Infection
Infectious diseases
Microorganisms
Nosocomial infections
Open fractures
Orthopedics
Prevention
Risk factors
Smoking
Surgeons
Surgery
Transplants & implants
Trauma
trauma surgery
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Summary:Fracture-related infections (FRIs), as shown in the literature, represent one of the main complications of trauma surgery. They are a consequence of an implant-related "biofilm" formation and are a challenge for surgeons, microbiologists, and infectious disease specialists. For a correct diagnosis, careful clinical evaluation, to look for signs/symptoms attributable to an infectious condition, and instrumental examinations, to highlight the site of infection, its extent, and its severity, are both essential. Unfortunately, due to the lack of data in the literature, there is no consensus about guidelines on the diagnosis and treatment of FRIs. The purpose of this study is to present an up-to-date concept evaluation of the diagnostic procedures and treatment options available in the management of fracture-related infections.
ISSN:2227-9032
2227-9032
DOI:10.3390/healthcare12131306