Frequency of Location, Type of Microorganisms and Surgical Intervention in Intravenous Drug Users with Osteomyelitis and Septic Arthritis
Background: Infection is a major problem in intravenous drug users (IVDUs). Skeletal infections, especially osteomyelitis and septic arthritis are common causes for admitting these patients. In addition to antibiotic therapy, surgical intervention for diagnosis or treatment is often needed. The aim...
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Language: | fas |
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Isfahan University of Medical Sciences
2011-03-01
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Series: | مجله دانشکده پزشکی اصفهان |
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Online Access: | http://jims.mui.ac.ir/index.php/jims/article/view/702 |