Navigating the Enigma of Pediatric Musculoskeletal Infections: A Race Against Time

Orthop Clin North Am. 2024 Apr;55(2):217-232. doi: 10.1016/j.ocl.2023.09.004. Epub 2023 Oct 20.ABSTRACTMusculoskeletal infection (MSKI) in children is a critical condition in pediatric orthopedics due to the potential for serious adverse outcomes, including multiorgan dysfunction syndrome, which can lead to death. The diagnosis and treatment of MSKI continue to evolve with advancements in infectious organisms, diagnostic technologies, and pharmacologic treatments. It is imperative for pediatric orthopedic surgeons and medical teams to remain up to date with the latest MSKI practices.PMID:38403368 | DOI:10.1016/j.ocl.2023.09.004
Source: The Orthopedic Clinics of North America - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Source Type: research