TREATMENT OF INFECTION AFTER SHOULDER ARTHROPLASTY: PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE FROM A CLINICAL CASE
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.59354/ydth175.2025.411Abstract
Infection following shoulder arthroplasty is a serious complication that significantly impacts treatment outcomes and patients’ quality of life. This article offers a comprehensive overview of the mechanisms, diagnostic processes, and treatment strategies for infections in shoulder arthroplasty, grounded in real-world clinical case study.
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