The serum level of D-Dimer is not suitable for distinguishing between prosthetic joint infection and aseptic loosening

The serum level of D-Dimer is not suitable for distinguishing between prosthetic joint infection and aseptic loosening

Abstract Background To evaluate the meaning of serum CRP, ESR, and D-Dimer in the diagnosis of prosthetic joint infection. Methods In a retrospective study, 101 patients presented with osteoarthritis, PJI, and aseptic loosening were divided into three groups according to the type of operation they r...

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Main Authors: Jincheng Huang, Yongchao Zhang, Zhen Wang, Yonghui Dong, Yongqiang Zhao, Jia Zheng, Hongkai Lian, Yi Jin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-11-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
Subjects:
Prosthetic joint infection
D-Dimer
ESR
CRP
Diagnosis
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13018-019-1461-x

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13018-019-1461-x

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