PURPOSE OF THE STUDY The aim of this study is to confirm that the involvement of arthroscopy in the surgical treatment of painful elbow syndrome, when proper and long enough conservative treatment failed, has better results than open radial epicondylitis surgery alone. MATERIAL AND METHODS A total of 144 patients included 65 men and 79 women, with the mean age of 45.3 years, namely 44.4 years (range 18-61 years) in men and 45.8 years (range 18-60 years) in women. Each patient was clinically examined, an anteroposterior and lateral X-ray of the elbow were performed, and proper therapy was chosen - either primary diagnostic and therapeutic arthroscopy followed by open epicondylitis surgery or primary open epicondylitis surgery alone. The treatment effect was evaluated by using the QuickDASH (Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand) scoring system at 6 months after surgery. RESULTS Out of the total group of 144 patients, 114 (79%) patients completed the questionnaire. All the results of the QuickDASH score in our group of patients are in the better half (0-5 very good, 6-15 good, 16-35 satisfactory, over 35 poor), with the mean value 5.63 (in men the mean value was 2.95-2.27 for the combination of arthroscopic and open procedure of LE, 4.55 for open procedure of LE, while in women the mean value was 7.50-6.82 for the combination of arthroscopic and open procedure of LE, 9.09 for open procedure of LE only). Altogether 96 patients (72%) experienced full pain relief. In patients treated with a combination of arthroscopic and open surgery, a higher percentage of patients reported full relief (53 patients, 85%) compared to the patients treated with the open method alone (21 patients, 62%). DISCUSSION By involving arthroscopy in the surgical treatment of patients with lateral elbow pain syndrome after unsuccessful conservative treatment, a successful and early solution to the problem was achieved in 72% of patients. The advantage of elbow arthroscopy over the conventional approach to the treatment of lateral epicondylitis consists mainly in the opportunity to observe intraarticular structures, thus provide a detailed view of the entire joint without the need for direct extensive joint opening, which makes it possible to exclude other causes of problems (e. g. chondromalacia of the radial head, loose body and other intraarticular abnormalities). At the same time, we can treat this source of problems with minimum burden placed on the patient. CONCLUSIONS Arthroscopic examination of the elbow joint makes it possible to diagnose all potential intraarticular sources of difficulties. Simultaneous elbow arthroscopy and open treatment of radial epicondylitis (release of ECRB or EDC, ECU, necrotic tissue excision, deperiostation and radial epicondyle microfractures) is a safe method with low morbidity, faster rehabilitation and return to the original activities based on subjective evaluation of patients and objective scoring. Key words: lateral epicondylitis, radiohumeral plica, elbow arthroscopy.
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- artralgie MeSH
- artroskopie metody MeSH
- dospělí MeSH
- lidé středního věku MeSH
- lidé MeSH
- loketní kloub * chirurgie MeSH
- mladiství MeSH
- mladý dospělý MeSH
- radius MeSH
- tenisový loket * chirurgie MeSH
- Check Tag
- dospělí MeSH
- lidé středního věku MeSH
- lidé MeSH
- mladiství MeSH
- mladý dospělý MeSH
- mužské pohlaví MeSH
- ženské pohlaví MeSH
- Publikační typ
- anglický abstrakt MeSH
- časopisecké články MeSH
PURPOSE OF THE STUDY The study retrospectively reviews the outcomes of patella stabilisation surgeries performed at our department in the period 2010-2020. It aimed to provide a more thorough evaluation, to compare the respective types of MPFL reconstruction and to confirm the beneficial effect of tibial tubercle ventromedialization on patella height. MATERIAL AND METHODS In the period 2010-2020, a total of 72 stabilisation surgeries of patellofemoral joint in 60 patients with objective patellar instability (OPI) were performed at our department. The surgical treatment outcomes were evaluated retrospectively using a questionnaire, including the postoperative Kujala score. A comprehensive examination was carried out in 42 patients (70%) who had completed the questionnaire. In case of distal realignment, the TT-TG distance and a change in the InsallSalvati index which serve as an indication for surgery, were assessed. RESULTS Altogether 42 patients (70%) and 46 surgical interventions (64%) were evaluated. The follow-up period was 1-11 years, with the mean follow-up of 6.9 years. In the studied group of patients, only 1 case (2%) of new dislocation was seen, in 2 cases (4%) the patients reported a subluxation episode. The mean score using the school grades was 1.76. Thirty-eight patients (90%) were satisfied with the surgical outcome, 39 patients would undergo a surgery in case of identical problems with the other limb. The mean postoperative Kujala score was 76.8 points, range 28-100 points. The mean TT-TG distance in the studied group with the preoperative CT scan (33x) was 15.4 mm (12-30 mm). The mean TT-TG distance in the cases indicated for tibial tubercle transposition was 22.2 mm (15-30 mm). The mean Insall-Salvati index prior to the performance of tibial tubercle ventromedialization was 1.33 (1-1.74). Postoperatively, the index decreased by 0.11 on average (-0.00 to -0.26) to 1.22 (0.92-1.63). No infectious complications were presented in the studied group. DISCUSSION In patients with recurrent patellar dislocation, the instability is often times caused by pathomorphologic anomalies of the patellofemoral joint. In patients with clinically expressed patellar instability and physiological values of the TT-TG distance, an isolated proximal realignment is performed by medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction. In the case of pathological values of the TT-TG distance, distal realignment is performed by tibial tubercle ventromedialization to achieve physiological values of the TT-TG distance. In the studied group, tibial tubercle ventromedialization helped decrease the Insall-Salvati index by 0.11 points on average. This has a positive side effect on the patella height, thus on increasing its stability in the femoral groove. In patients with both proximal and distal malalignment, a two-stage surgery is performed. In the isolated cases of severe instability or if symptoms of lateral patellar hyperpressure are present, musculus vastus medialis transfer or arthroscopic lateral release are performed as well. CONCLUSIONS When correctly indicated, proximal, distal realignment or their combination can bring very good functional outcomes with a low risk of recurrent dislocation and postoperative complications. The importance of MPFL reconstruction is confirmed by low incidence of recurrent dislocation in the group investigated in this study, namely when compared with studies referred to in this paper, in which the patients underwent patellar stabilisation using the Elmslie-Trillat procedure. Conversely, leaving the bone malalignment untreated during the isolated MPFL reconstruction increases the risk of its failure. Judging from the obtained results, tibial tubercle ventromedialization also has a positive effect on the patella height through its distalization. Provided the stabilisation procedure is correctly indicated and performed, the patients can get back to their normal activities, often even sports activities. Key words: objective patellar instability, patellar stabilisation, MPFL, tibial tubercle transposition.
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- dislokace kloubu * MeSH
- kloubní ligamenta chirurgie MeSH
- lidé MeSH
- luxace pately * chirurgie MeSH
- nestabilita kloubu * chirurgie MeSH
- patela chirurgie MeSH
- patelofemorální kloub * chirurgie MeSH
- retrospektivní studie MeSH
- tibie chirurgie MeSH
- výsledek terapie MeSH
- Check Tag
- lidé MeSH
- Publikační typ
- anglický abstrakt MeSH
- časopisecké články MeSH
POZOR! při kopírování abstrakt kontrolovat slova na konci řádků originálu!!!
POZOR! při kopírování abstrakt kontrolovat slova na konci řádků originálu!!!
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- bakteriemie farmakoterapie patofyziologie MeSH
- C-reaktivní protein analýza MeSH
- Corynebacterium diphtheriae izolace a purifikace MeSH
- infekční artritida * diagnóza farmakoterapie MeSH
- jaterní cirhóza MeSH
- koleno patologie MeSH
- korynebakteriální infekce * diagnóza farmakoterapie MeSH
- lidé bez domova MeSH
- lidé středního věku MeSH
- lidé MeSH
- péče o pacienty v kritickém stavu MeSH
- sportovní úrazy MeSH
- Check Tag
- lidé středního věku MeSH
- lidé MeSH
- mužské pohlaví MeSH
- Publikační typ
- kazuistiky MeSH
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- Konspekt
- Ortopedie. Chirurgie. Oftalmologie
- NLK Obory
- ortopedie
- infekční lékařství
- NLK Publikační typ
- kolektivní monografie
PURPOSE OF THE STUDY The purpose of the study is to analyse the number of adult patients treated in our department for native joint septic arthritis and to outline guidelines for antibiotic therapy. MATERIAL AND METHODS From the beginning of 2003 to the end of 2020, a total of 36,342 surgeries were performed at our department. We retrospectively reviewed and analysed all surgeries for native joint septic arthritis (a total of 538 surgical interventions). The study included all adult patients who were operated for native joint septic arthritis in our department in 2003-2020. We included all revision surgeries for ongoing infection (excluding the management of post-infectious findings) as well as all operations performed in patients with multiple joint involvement. Based on the analysis of our data and review of published guidelines for antibiotic treatment of septic arthritis, we have outlined our own antibiotic therapy guidelines for the treatment of native joint septic arthritis. RESULTS From 2003 to 2020 we performed a total of 36,342 surgeries, of which 538 (1.5%) in 461 patients was indicated for native joint septic arthritis. The cohort consisted of 292 men (63%), who underwent 344 surgeries, and 169 women, in whom 194 surgeries were performed. The mean age of patients irrespective of the arthritis location was 62.4 years. Altogether, 19 patients (4.1%) suffered from multi-joint arthritis. The most frequently operated joint was the knee with 252 (54%) patients and 300 surgeries (56%), followed by the shoulder with 68 (14.7%) patients and 78 (14.5%) surgeries, the hip with 38 (8.2%) patients and 42 surgeries (8%), the carpal with 30 (6.5%) patients and 35 (6.5%) surgeries, the ankle with 25 patients (5.4%) - 31 (6%) surgeries, the small finger joints with 22 (4.75%) patients and 23 (4%) surgeries, the elbow with 14 (3%) patients and 14 (2.6%) surgeries, the sternoclavicular joint with 9 (1.9%) patients and 12 (2.2%) surgeries and the acromioclavicular joint with 3 patients and 3 (0.5 %) surgeries, respectively. DISCUSSION The management of septic arthritis relies heavily on early diagnosis, early surgical intervention and adequate antibiotic therapy. The diagnostic process and surgical treatment have their specifics related to the affected location, therefore, respective guidelines will be published separately for each location including the results. On the other side, antibiotic management is not dependent on the location and therefore the guidelines are included in this first analysis septic arthritis in the whole cohort. CONCLUSIONS Septic arthritis in adults in an ongoing issue with rising incidence. Early diagnosis, urgent and adequate surgical treatment, and optimal antibiotic therapy are preconditions for successful outcome. Key words: native joint septic arthritis, incidence, antibiotic therapy, guidelines.
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- antibakteriální látky terapeutické užití MeSH
- dospělí MeSH
- incidence MeSH
- infekční artritida * diagnóza farmakoterapie epidemiologie MeSH
- kolenní kloub MeSH
- lidé středního věku MeSH
- lidé MeSH
- retrospektivní studie MeSH
- Check Tag
- dospělí MeSH
- lidé středního věku MeSH
- lidé MeSH
- mužské pohlaví MeSH
- ženské pohlaví MeSH
- Publikační typ
- časopisecké články MeSH
PURPOSE OF THE STUDY The purpose of the study is to verify the correct alignment of components of the Oxford medial unicompartmental knee arthroplasty using the Zimmer Microplasty® instrumentation at the beginning of the learning curve. The implantation of prosthetic components of partial knee arthroplasty in proper alignment has an effect on long-term survival of the prosthesis and should eliminate the occurrence of frequent complications. MATERIAL AND METHODS The study group includes 20 patients, 9 men with the mean age of 68 years (range 62-78 years) and 11 women with the mean age of 69 years (range 52-81 years). 13 patients underwent surgery on the right knee and 7 patients on the left knee. The mean length of symptoms was 13 months (range 7-20 months), the mean varus knee deformity was 7° (range 4-12°). The selected patients met both the clinical and radiological criteria for enrolment in the study. In all of them medial unicompartmental knee arthroplasty was performed in 2019 by the same surgeon. After surgery, the parameters of accuracy of alignment of individual prosthetic components were measured on the full-length radiograph of the limb under load. The WOMAC score was recorded preoperatively and one year after surgery and subsequently compared. The knee joint flexion preoperatively and one year after surgery was evaluated. RESULTS The analysis of radiographs revealed that in 12 cases the femoral component was implanted in the mean valgus angle of 1.6° (range 1-3°) and in 8 cases in the mean varus angle of 3° (range 1-5°). All femoral components were implanted in the mean flexion of 7.3° (range 3-11°), no component was implanted in extension. As concerns the tibial component, 19 components were implanted in a neutral or minimum varus angle with the mean value of 1.1° (range 0.3-4°). One component only was implanted in the valgus angle of 1°. All tibial components were implanted with the mean dorsal slope of 6.5° (range 4-8°). The incision was 5 mm deep on average (range 3-6 mm). There was a slight divergence between the components, namely 2.8° on average (range 2-7°) and the distance between the components was 4mm on average (range 3-5 mm). The mean knee joint flexion achieved preoperatively by patients was 115° (range 110-123°), whereas postoperatively the mean flexion achieved was 126° (range 111-138°). The preoperative Womac score was 84.5 points on average (range 64-96 points), whereas postoperatively it was 26.4 points on average (range 7-52 points). None of the components was implanted outside the permitted range, no early complications of the partial replacement (luxation of polyethylene mobile bearing insert, early loosening of the prosthesis, tibial fracture) were observed. DISCUSSION Our radiographic measurements show that when Zimmer Microplasty® instrumentation is used correct alignment of the femoral and tibial component can be achieved and the individual components were correctly aligned within the recommended range. Every single component met the required criteria for alignment. When comparing the values obtained by us in measurements with those obtained by other authors from abroad, similar results regarding the alignment of components were achieved. CONCLUSIONS When using Zimmer Microplasty® instrumentation, excellent results can be achieved also at the beginning of the learning curve of partial knee replacement. Key words: medial gonarthrosis, unicompartmental arthroplasty, hemiarthroplasty, alignment of components.
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- artróza kolenních kloubů * diagnostické zobrazování chirurgie MeSH
- femur diagnostické zobrazování chirurgie MeSH
- kolenní kloub diagnostické zobrazování chirurgie MeSH
- lidé středního věku MeSH
- lidé MeSH
- protézy kolene * MeSH
- senioři MeSH
- totální endoprotéza kolene * škodlivé účinky MeSH
- Check Tag
- lidé středního věku MeSH
- lidé MeSH
- mužské pohlaví MeSH
- senioři MeSH
- ženské pohlaví MeSH
- Publikační typ
- časopisecké články MeSH
PURPOSE OF THE STUDY Tantallum trabecular metal implants (Trabecular Metal Technology - TMT) considerably changed the acetabular reconstruction options in revision surgeries with extensive bone defects and distorted pelvic ring integrity. The purpose of this study is to ascertain the short-term to medium-term outcomes of acetabular reconstruction through TMT implants in patients with Paprosky type 3a and 3b acetabular defects and in case of pelvic discontinuity. MATERIAL AND METHODS The prospective monocentric study included patients in whom the revision of acetabular components in total hip arthroplasty was performed, the acetabular defect was classified as Paprosky 3a and higher, a TMT implant was used for reconstruction, and the follow-up period was at least 2 years after surgery. In total, 87 patients who had met the inclusion criteria were operated on and followed-up. The patients in the study group underwent a clinical examination, an X-ray and also an assessment using the Harris hip score. Moreover, the patients were asked about their satisfaction with the surgical outcome, their willingness to undergo the same procedure again in case of difficulties, and they were also asked to rate the outcome in percentage term and by assigning grades. Also, an analysis of the reasons for revision and subsequent complications was carried out. Implant integration and its migration were evaluated on an X-ray. RESULTS 32 men and 55 women were subjects to evaluation, with a balanced number of operated sides (44:43 in favour of the right side). One-stage procedures prevailed, which were performed in a total of 74 cases, while two-stage revisions were performed in 13 cases in the study group. In three patients (3.5%) pelvic discontinuity was diagnosed, 69 patients (79%) suffered from Paprosky 3a defect and 15 patients (17%) from Paprosky 3b defect. The first patients underwent surgery in 2009 and the mean follow-up period in the study group was 48 months. In 1 patient the TMT implant was removed for infectious complications, in the remaining part of the group the TMT implant was fully integrated with no signs of loosening or migration in the monitored period. In the assessment using the Harris hip score, the mean score of 80.4 (range 36-99) was achieved. When assessing the satisfaction with the surgical outcome, the mean value achieved was 94.4%, and the mean assigned grade was 1.26 (on a school grading scale). DISCUSSION Extensive bone defects and pelvic discontinuity represent an issue in revisions of the acetabular component in total hip arthroplasty. There are several options how to address these conditions. State-of-the-art TMT implants thanks to their shortterm and medium-term outcomes appear as one of the most beneficial option with a low failure rate both in our study group and in published papers. CONCLUSIONS Evaluation of this monocentric prospective study reveals encouraging short-term and medium-term outcomes of the use of TMT implants in managing extensive acetabular bone defects of Paprosky 3a and 3b type and supports their further introduction into practice at our department. Key words: total hip arthroplasty (THA), revision implantation, TMT implant.
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- acetabulum diagnostické zobrazování chirurgie MeSH
- kyčelní protézy * škodlivé účinky MeSH
- lidé MeSH
- náhrada kyčelního kloubu * škodlivé účinky MeSH
- následné studie MeSH
- prospektivní studie MeSH
- protézy - design MeSH
- reoperace MeSH
- retrospektivní studie MeSH
- selhání protézy MeSH
- tantal MeSH
- výsledek terapie MeSH
- Check Tag
- lidé MeSH
- mužské pohlaví MeSH
- ženské pohlaví MeSH
- Publikační typ
- časopisecké články MeSH
PURPOSE OF THE STUDY The study aims to quantify the costs of a hospital stay of patients with periprosthetic joint infection after total hip arthroplasty throughout the period of treatment. MATERIAL AND METHODS The group included patients who have been treated at our department for infection as a complication of total hip replacement since 1 January 2011, who have been provided with treatment (including complications) exclusively at the departments of Nemocnice České Budějovice, a.s. and whose treatment can be considered completed in 2019. The patients were included in the study regardless of the type of infection and method of treatment. The group consisted of 36 patients (16 men and 20 women). There were 3 cases of early postoperative infection, 14 cases of late postoperative infection and 19 cases of hematogenous infection. The group includes 8 patients treated by a one-stage reimplantation, 19 patients managed by a two-stage reimplantation, 6 patients treated by a revision surgery with implant retention, and 3 patients in whom only the implant removal was possible. In selected patients, all the reported points for all the hospital stays and costs incurred on a separately charged material were ascertained and the final sum was compared with the reimbursement obtained by the hospital in the DRG system valid for the respective year of treatment. The total costs were analysed and also an analysis by type of infection and method of treatment was carried out. RESULTS The average costs of managing infection as a complication of total hip arthroplasty at our department amounted to CZK 320 065 (CZK 56 995 - CZK 953 614), the reimbursement in respect of the monitored cases in the DRG system equalled CZK 220 503 (CZK 89 149 - CZK 589 974). The aforementioned suggests that the average loss per treated patient is CZK 99 562 (CZK + 63 372 - CZK -428 499). DISCUSION Care associated with infections as a complication of total hip arthroplasty is very costly and these costs are not fully covered by the reimbursement from the health insurance companies. In the Czech Republic, these costs have not been quantified as yet, therefore it is only possible to compare the costs with international publications arriving at similar conclusions and with own monitoring of the costs of periprosthetic joint infections after total hip arthroplasty. The most economically efficient is the one-stage replacement which, however, is not suitable for all the patients, and the two-stage reimplantation continues to be the gold standard. In our study, the most expensive was found to be the treatment of periprosthetic joint infection after total hip arthroplasty, in which also the highest financial loss is reported. CONCLUSIONS Due to the very high costs of treatment for periprosthetic joint infections after total hip arthroplasty, it is necessary to exert maximum efforts to prevent periprosthetic joint infections and to consider a change in the method of financing, particularly in centres to which patients are referred from other centres in order to make this treatment economically viable. Key words:total hip arthroplasty, PJI - periprosthetic joint infection, economic analysis.
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- délka pobytu ekonomika MeSH
- infekce spojené s protézou ekonomika etiologie chirurgie MeSH
- lidé MeSH
- náhrada kyčelního kloubu škodlivé účinky ekonomika MeSH
- odstranění implantátu ekonomika MeSH
- reoperace ekonomika MeSH
- Check Tag
- lidé MeSH
- mužské pohlaví MeSH
- ženské pohlaví MeSH
- Publikační typ
- časopisecké články MeSH
PURPOSE OF THE STUDY Revision surgery with implant retention and exchange of mobile prosthetic parts is considered to be the method of first choice in acute periprosthetic infections with a stable endoprosthesis and good condition of soft tissues, where the symptoms did not last longer than 3 weeks. The aim of the study was to evaluate the long-term outcomes and to identify the factors affecting the success rate of this procedure. MATERIAL AND METHODS This unicentric retrospective study evaluated the results of 18 surgeries with implant retention performed at the Department of Orthopaedics of České Budějovice Hospital in the period 2009-2016. The failure of the procedure was defined as the presence of at least one of the following criteria: removal or replacement of endoprosthesis within 2 years after the DAIR procedure, detection of the same pathogen during the DAIR procedure and in the later performed revision surgery, necessity of chronic suppressive antibiotic therapy, death related to periprosthetic infection. The cured patients were invited for a clinical check-up. The postoperative condition was assessed using the Knee Society Score and the Harris Hip Score. RESULTS The overall success rate of the procedure reached 61.1%. Hematogenic dissemination was the cause of periprosthetic infection in 13 followed-up cases (72.2%), with the average time after the implantation of 153.2 weeks. Treatment through the DAIR procedure was successful in 53.8%. Early postoperative complications were observed in 5 cases (27.8%), in 4 of which, i.e. 80%, they were successfully managed by a surgery with implant retention. The most frequently identified etiological agents were Staphylococcus aureus and Staphylococcus epidermidis strains. In primo-implanted endoprostheses the success rate reached 90.9% (in case of early postoperative infections even 100%), whereas surgeries in repeatedly operated joints were successful in 14.3% only. The mean value of the Knee Society Score in patients after a successful knee joint surgery was 81.2 of the maximum score of 100 (σ= 8.5), the Function Knee Society Score was 70 of 100 (σ= 34.6). In the case of the Harris Hip Score in patients after the hip replacement, the mean hip function score was 89.8 of the maximum of 100 (σ= 7.3). The patients with knee and hip joint endoprosthesis after the performed DAIR procedure were satisfied on average to the level of 82.5% and 90%, respectively, while 28.6% of patients experienced certain functional decline during daily activities. Postoperatively, 25% of patients reported continuing stronger pain as compared to the past medical history. No patient experienced any change in terms of a limited range of motion or decreased joint stability. DISCUSSION The overall success rate of the DAIR procedure of 61.1% corresponds with the values stated in the literature. A significantly higher success rate was achieved in early postoperative complications. This can be explained by a lower specificity in determining the actual pathogenesis of late periprosthetic infections and potentially longer lasting colonisation of endoprosthesis. The medical history of previous surgeries performed on the affected joints for septic arthritis or with a surgical instrument retention was identified as an important risk factor of failure of the subsequently performed DAIR procedure. Significant effects of pathogenicity of the detected agent or systemic comorbidities on the success rate of the procedure were not confirmed in our group. Successful performance of the DAIR procedure results in maintaining a very good function of endoprosthesis as well as subjective satisfaction of patients. CONCLUSIONS The DAIR technique is an ideal solution in correctly and early diagnosed acute periprosthetic infections. The results suggest that it is particularly appropriate in early postoperative infections of primary total joint replacements. Its indication in late periprosthetic infections, especially of repeatedly operated joints, shall be carefully considered. Key words:acute periprosthetic joint infections, PJI, DAIR, implant retention, risk factors, success rate.
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- akutní nemoc MeSH
- antibakteriální látky terapeutické užití MeSH
- debridement MeSH
- infekce spojené s protézou mikrobiologie terapie MeSH
- lidé MeSH
- odstranění implantátu MeSH
- retrospektivní studie MeSH
- rizikové faktory MeSH
- selhání protézy MeSH
- výsledek terapie MeSH
- Check Tag
- lidé MeSH
- Publikační typ
- časopisecké články MeSH