Prosthetic Joint Infections: Biofilm Formation, Management, and the Potential of Mesoporous Bioactive Glass as a New Treatment Option
Infection of prosthetic joints is one of the biggest challenges to a successful replacement of the joint after a total joint arthroplasty. Such infections are caused by bacterial colonies that are difficult to treat by systemic delivery of antibiotics. Local delivery of antibiotics can prove to be t...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-05-01
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Series: | Pharmaceutics |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1999-4923/15/5/1401 |