The Safety and Efficacy of Phage Therapy for Bone and Joint Infections: A Systematic Review

Bacterial resistance to antibiotics has catalysed interest in alternative antimicrobial strategies. Bacteriophages (phages) are viruses of bacteria with a long history of successful therapeutic use. Phage therapy is a promising antibacterial strategy for infections with a biofilm component, includin...

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Main Authors: Alex L. Clarke, Steven De Soir, Joshua D. Jones
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-11-01
Series:Antibiotics
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2079-6382/9/11/795