OE World Tour 2.0: Important Intraoperative Procedures to Prevent Periprosthetic Joint Infection

16/10/2020 39 min Temporada 2 Episodio 116
OE World Tour 2.0: Important Intraoperative Procedures to Prevent Periprosthetic Joint Infection

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Episode Synopsis

Sir John Charnley said “joint sepsis will be the major hurdle in our way in the future”. His words are still valid. Periprosthetic joint infection is one of the most catastrophic complications in orthopedic surgery. Prevention is crucial. Join us for an interactive, lively and informative discussion regarding 2 of the most controversial intraoperative procedures to prevent PJI. Thinking BIG, two Bigs RCT of these issues will start in the future.Insights:Intraoperative Irrigation solutionsAntibiotic loaded cementGuests:Joan Minguell MonyartHead of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology Service (COT) since 2016University Hospital Vall d’HebronBarcelona, SpainErnesto Guerra, MDConsultant Trauma and Orthopaedic SurgeryUniversity Hospital Vall d’HebronBarcelona, Spain

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