Migrating Periprosthetic Infection from a Total Hip Replacement to a Contralateral Non-Operated Osteoarthritic Knee Joint

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A: Good

Abstract & Keywords

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Goal

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A: Good

Structure

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A: Good

Tools and Methods

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A: Good

Discussion & Conclusion

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A: Good

Comments: The Discussion put forth the recent evolution and the negative aspects of the enterococci commensals when they are present in the gastrointestinal tract. Furthermore, the author adds that the presence of active infection in any part of the body is an absolute contraindication for a primary total joint arthroplasty. The studies suggested that the patients should be counselled, and the surgeons must take all the necessary precautions and measures to eliminate the risk of infection.

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Length

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Writing style

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Further comments on the paper

Comments: The manuscript reports a case of a 74-year-old female patient who showed migration of a pathogen (Enterococcus faecalis) from an infected prosthetic joint (hip) to the contralateral native joint (knee). The report illustrated the diagnosis of migration and the proper treatment procedure.

Q: Would you recommend this manuscript for further publication?

A: Yes - Suitable to be published

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