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This chapter discusses infections following surgical fixation of fractures. Postoperative infections present both acutely and in a delayed fashion. They can be difficult to manage and stressful to both the patient and surgeon. This chapter aims to simplify a complex topic by reviewing the clinical presentation and workup followed by a discussion on the goals of care and management including both medical and surgical treatment.

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Infection Following Fracture Surgery

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    2025年

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  • Cody Ramirez,
  • Taylor Yong,
  • Ida Leah Gitajn

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This chapter discusses infections following surgical fixation of fractures. Postoperative infections present both acutely and in a delayed fashion. They can be difficult to manage and stressful to both the patient and surgeon. This chapter aims to simplify a complex topic by reviewing the clinical presentation and workup followed by a discussion on the goals of care and management including both medical and surgical treatment.