Incidence and risk factors of prosthetic joint infection after total hip or knee replacement in patients with rheumatoid arthritis

Abstract

Patients with RA who undergo total hip or knee replacement are at increased risk of prosthetic joint infection, which is further increased in the setting of revision arthroplasty and a previous prosthetic joint infection. These findings highlight the importance of perioperative prophylactic measures and vigilance during the postoperative period.