Management of septic non-unions

The treatment of septic non-unions is a complex problem with high morbidity and prolonged and costly treatment with significant psycho-social implications. Good communication with the patient and individualised treatment objectives are therefore essential. With appropriate treatment and complete elimination of infection a good to excellent outcome can be expected. This article outlines the current thoughts and recommendations for the management of septic non-union.

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Main Author: Pelser,P
Format: Digital revista
Language:English
Published: Medpharm Publications 2009
Online Access:http://www.scielo.org.za/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S1681-150X2009000200010
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