Does arthroscopic or open washout in native knee septic arthritis result in superior post-operative function? A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials and observational studies

ConclusionsAW was associated with equivalent to superior post-operative function and lower requirement for further intervention compared with OW. Results need to be interpreted cautiously, taking into consideration the methodological and clinical heterogeneity of the included studies.Systematic review registrationPROSPERO 2022, CRD42022364062.
Source: Systematic Reviews - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research