Objectives The diagnosis of periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is difficult and requires a
battery of tests and clinical findings. The purpose of this review is to summarize all current …

Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is a complication of total joint arthroplasty that is
challenging to diagnose. Currently, there is no “gold standard” for definite diagnosis of PJI. A …

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The role of serum erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) and C-reactive protein (CRP) as the
first line for evaluating a patient with periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) has been debunked …

Purpose The purpose of this study was to evaluate the diagnostic value of interleukin-6 (IL-
6) and other inflammatory markers including C-reactive protein (CRP), erythrocyte …

There is still no “gold standard” for the diagnosis and prognosis of post-operative
periprosthetic joint infection (PJI). Among serum biomarkers, an emerging molecule is …

Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is a rare yet devastating complication following total joint
arthroplasty (TJA). Early and accurate diagnosis of PJI is paramount in order to maximize the …

Background Accurate diagnosis of the periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) remains a challenge
for surgeons. The purpose of this study was to assess the value of albumin to globulin ratio …

Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is a devastating complication seen in total joint arthroplasty
(TJA) patients. Traditionally, the serologic diagnosis of PJI was performed by measuring …

The diagnosis of periprosthetic joint infections (PJIs) has traditionally been performed by
obtaining a history and physical exam, measuring serology, and performing microbiology …