Risk Factors for Surgical-Site Infection Following Primary Total Knee Arthroplasty
Infection Control and Hospital Epidemiology2004Vol. 25(6), pp. 477–480
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Abstract
The use of closed suction drainage and a high postoperative INR were associated with the development of SSI following TKA. Avoiding the use of surgical drains and careful monitoring of anticoagulant prophylaxis in patients undergoing TKA should reduce the risk of infection.
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