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Phenotypic characteristics of joint fluid cells from patients with continuous joint effusion after total knee arthroplasty.
Biomaterials - 1 Mar 2006
Niki Yasuo, Matsumoto Hideo, Otani Toshiro, Yatabe Taku, Funayama Atsushi, Maeno Shinichi, Tomatsu Taisuke, Toyama Yoshiaki
Abstract excerpt
Joint effusion after total joint arthroplasty (TJA) is a manifestation of inflammatory reactions within the prosthetic joint. Among the various causes for joint effusion following TJA, deep infection (DI), wear particle-induced synovitis (PS) and metal sensitivity to the implant should be excluded as soon as possible, as these may result in the failure of TJA. The present study analyzed joint fluid cells from...
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