The Journal of arthroplasty
Effect of Vancomycin Powder in Reducing Infection After Primary and Revision Hip and Knee Arthroplasty and Its Complications: An Umbrella Review and Meta-Analysis.
Maryam Salimi, Alireza Keshtkar, Mohammad Kamal Abdelnaser, Seyed Arad Mosalamiaghili, Natsumi Saka, Javad Parvizi
Published: 202510.1016/j.arth.2025.10.053
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) after hip or knee arthroplasty greatly increases morbidity and costs. Local antibiotic powders may help curb infections while minimizing systemic toxicity. We assessed their efficacy and safety in prev…
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