Clinical orthopaedics and related research
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Clin. Orthop. Relat. Res. · Aug 2013
A silver ion-doped calcium phosphate-based ceramic nanopowder-coated prosthesis increased infection resistance.
Despite progress in surgical techniques, 1% to 2% of joint arthroplasties become complicated by infection. Coating implant surfaces with antimicrobial agents have been attempted to prevent initial bacterial adhesion to implants with varying success rates. We developed a silver ion-containing calcium phosphate-based ceramic nanopowder coating to provide antibacterial activity for orthopaedic implants. ⋯ Silver-coated orthopaedic implants may be useful for resistance to local infection but will require in vivo confirmation.
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Clin. Orthop. Relat. Res. · Aug 2013
Does early functional outcome predict 1-year mortality in elderly patients with hip fracture?
Hip fractures in the elderly are followed by considerable risk of functional decline and mortality. ⋯ Functional level at discharge is the main determinant of long-term mortality in patients with hip fracture. Motor FIM score at discharge is a reliable predictor of mortality and can be recommended for clinical use.