Infographic: Can the oncology classification system be used for prosthetic joint infection?: The PJI-TNM system

[摘要] Prosthetic joint infections (PJIs) are some ofthe most relevant complications in arthroplasty. Despite their enormous impact onpatients and on the healthcare system, a generally accepted classification system for PJIsis missing. We have presented an idea andrationale on a new PJI classification systembased on the TNM classification for malignant tumours in oncology in the editorial ofthis issue of Bone & Joint Research.

[学科分类] 骨科学

[关键词] Infection;Arthroplasty;Biofilm