EXTENDED CULTIVATION TIME BEYOND 7 DAYS ENHANCES PROPIONIBACTERIUM ACNES ISOLATION IN SUSPECTED BONE AND JOINT INFECTIONS: A RETROSPECTIVE STUDY.
Background Diagnosing bone and joint infections caused by Propionibacterium acnes is challenging due to the lengthy cultivation period, which can extend to 14 days. This study explored the potential of a 7-day cultivation period for precise diagnosis while maintaining sensitivity. Methods A...
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Student's Journal of Health Research
2023-12-01
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| Series: | Student's Journal of Health Research Africa |
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| Online Access: | https://www.sjhresearchafrica.org/index.php/public-html/article/view/887 |