Journal of Bone and Joint Infection
Journal of Bone and Joint Infection
JBJI
Articles | Volume 6, issue 7
Articles | Volume 6, issue 7
https://doi.org/10.5194/jbji-6-273-2021
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https://doi.org/10.5194/jbji-6-273-2021
© Author(s) 2021. This work is distributed under
the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.
Articles | Volume 6, issue 7
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16 Jul 2021
Original full-length article |  | 16 Jul 2021

Orthopedic management of pubic symphysis osteomyelitis: a case series

Henry T. Shu, Ahmed H. Elhessy, Janet D. Conway, Arthur L. Burnett, and Babar Shafiq

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This case series highlights our treatment strategy for pubic symphysis osteomyelitis of aggressive local debridement with local antibiotic therapy. Additionally, debridement of the pubic symphysis without subsequent internal fixation did not result in pelvic instability, as determined by pelvic radiographs and ability to fully weight bear postoperatively.
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