METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR PROVIDING A PROGNOSTIC SCORING SYSTEM FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF PROSTHETIC JOINT INFECTION

摘要

This document provides methods and materials for providing a scoring system to prognose the development of prosthetic joint infection (PJI). For example, a prognostic scoring system as well as methods for making and using a prognostic scoring system for the development of PJI to assist clinicians in implementing intervention or early diagnostic strategies are provided.