Abstract:The formation of biofilm is one of the main contributing factors for unsuccessful treatment of osteomyelitis. It is formed through bacterial adhesion to the fragments of dead bone. Poor perfusion or devascularization of an infected bone with changes in local pH further limits the diffusion of parenteral antibiotics.Calcium Sulfate , a biocompatible and completely absorbable local carrier for antibiotics, has shown promising results in treating osteomyelitis. It is associated with less systemic effects and comp… Show more
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