Should a coated prosthesis (silver/iodine) be used for reconstruction of patients undergoing primary bone tumor resection?

Should a coated prosthesis (silver/iodine) be used for reconstruction of patients undergoing primary bone tumor resection?

Authors: Muhammad Ather Siddiqi, A. Mazhar Tokgözoğlu

RECOMMENDATION: Yes, silver coating and iodine coating of prosthesis show good results in prevention of infection after reconstruction following primary tumor resection.

LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Moderate

DELEGATE VOTE: Agree: 100%, Disagree: 0%, Abstain: 0% (Unanimous, Strongest Consensus)

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