Postoperative osteoarticular infections

Postoperative osteoarticular infection is a subject of crucial importance in our daily medical practice. It represents a public health problem, despite considerable progress and development in the fight against this infection. It remains one of the major causes of postoperative morbidity and mortality. It is facilitated by the presence of equipment (osteosynthesis or joint prosthesis). It is also a major handicap for patients, and a significant financial burden for the hospital. In the majority of cases, surgical site infections can be avoided thanks to guidelines based on scientific evidence.Understanding the pathophysiological mechanisms of postoperative osteoarticular infection, and identifying the risk factors for this complication, will enable us to develop therapeutic and preventive strategies based on expert recommendations to help healthcare professionals reduce the risk of these infections occurring.

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Fatma. ABDAT, Professor of anesthesia and intensive care, teacher and researcher at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Algiers 1, Algeria. Former head of the orthopedic operating and postoperative unit at EHS Salim Zemirli, Algiers. Founding member of the Algerian Society of Anesthesia, Intensive Care and Emergency Resuscitation (SAARSIU).