The infected prosthetic total temporomandibular joint replacement: report of two cases.
Two cases of infected total temporomandibular joint replacements are reported. The WBC count, erythrocyte sedimentation rate, and temperature were within normal limits, but erythema, edema, and pain provided the initial clue to the infection. Ultrasonography ultimately revealed a fluid collection and allowed aspiration of the fluid-filled cavity, providing a diagnosis and directing antibiotic therapy.
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Cleveland Metropolitan General Hospital, OH 44109.
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Matejczyk
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D000328:Adult; D005157:Facial Pain / Q000209:etiology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007595:Joint Prosthesis / Q000009:adverse effects*; D011552:Pseudomonas Infections / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000209:etiology*; D011550:Pseudomonas aeruginosa; D013704:Temporomandibular Joint / Q000382:microbiology / Q000601:surgery*