Risk factors for metachronous periprosthetic joint infection in patients with multiple prosthetic joints: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Object

Although periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) can affect multiple joints simultaneously, most individuals with multiple joint involvement exhibit PJI in only one joint. Data regarding the metachronous PJI management for these patients are limited. This study aimed to explore the risk factors for metachronous PJI in patients with multiple prosthetic joints, thereby guiding and optimizing clinical practice.

Methods

The MEDLINE, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, and EMBASE were searched for all clinical studies of metachronous PJI from inception until May 2024. The clinical studies on risk factors for metachronous PJI in patients with multiple prosthetic joints after experiencing a periprosthetic infection were collected, with two authors independently screening the lite

SUBMITTER: Li Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11921538 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature