Our findings suggest that the Synovasure test has an excellent diagnostic performance to confirm or reject the diagnosis of a PJI. The results are promising for the care of the painful or problematic knee and hip joint arthroplasty and the test should be considered as part of the diagnostic toolbox for PJIs. Cite this article: 2017;99-B:1176-82.
Abstract. This clinical guideline is intended for use by orthopedic surgeons and
physicians who care for patients with possible or documented septic
arthritis of a native joint (SANJO). It includes evidence and opinion-based
recommendations for the diagnosis and management of patients with SANJO.
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