Wound infections in reconstructive spine surgery.
The development of a wound infection following reconstructive spine surgery depends on a multitude of factors. Although the diagnosis is often difficult, prompt recognition of the infection through appropriate testing is vital. Diagnosis should result in aggressive, surgical treatment combined with systemic antibiotics. Ultimately, though, the best treatment is prevention.
Theiss
S M
SM
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Alabama at Birmingham, USA.
Lonstein
J E
JE
Winter
R B
RB
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D012086:Reoperation; D012307:Risk Factors; D012600:Scoliosis / Q000601:surgery; D013122:Spinal Diseases / Q000628:therapy*; D013123:Spinal Fusion / Q000009:adverse effects; D013530:Surgical Wound Infection / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents