Author/Editor     Čretnik, Andrej
Title     Okužbe pri zdravljenju zlomov
Translated title     Infections in the treatment of fractures
Type     članek
Source     In: Poljak M, editor. Zbornik predavanj Okužbe vsadkov; 2004 okt 8-9; Valdoltra. Ljubljana: Slovensko zdravniško društvo,
Publication year     2004
Volume     str. 155-64
Language     slo
Abstract     Infections are inevitable parts of the treatment of fractures. Their occurrence can be controlled by being aware of risk factors and good fracture treatment strategy. Infection statistics provides us with important data of our work and its assessment. If infection occurs, early and aggressive treatment is mandatory with several operative procedures, and supportive and antibiotic treatment is needed. The treatment is usually long lasting, expensive and demanding, with sometimes questionable final result. Good team-work is gradually yielding better results also in the field of infection treatment.
Descriptors     FRACTURES
FRACTURE FIXATION, INTERNAL
SURGICAL WOUND INFECTION
BONE SCREWS
BONE PLATES
BONE NAILS