Amplified Hosts Probe PJI Advancements

Despite continued advancements in hip and knee arthroplasty, all orthopaedic surgeons at some point must deal with the issue of infection. In the latest Amplified episode, Michael Blankstein, MD, MSc, FRCSC, Antonia F. Chen, MD, MBA and Nicolas S. Piuzzi, MD speak openly about how infections can start, the different types of infections patients may develop and how infection can drastically impact a patient’s life. While increased research and improved techniques are lowering infection rates in patients, the hosts discuss ways surgeons can help prevent infection by being cautious and working to medically optimize their patients. Listen to the episode here.