What is the optimal timing for reimplantation of a two-stage exchange arthroplasty of the hip and knee?

What is the optimal timing for reimplantation of a two-stage exchange arthroplasty of the hip and knee?

Authors: Arash Aalirezaie, Job Diego Velázquez Moreno, Dirk-Jan Moojen

RECOMMENDATION: The optimal timing for reimplantation of a two-stage exchange arthroplasty of the hip or knee has not been established. Reimplantation may be performed when the treating medical team feels that the infection is under control.

LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Moderate

DELEGATE VOTE: Agree: 93%, Disagree: 4%, Abstain: 3% (Super Majority, Strong Consensus)

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