Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with MRSA joint infection treated with gentamicin sponge
By Owen, M R et al.·Published in The Journal of small animal practice·2004·Department of Companion Animal Studies, United Kingdom·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Management of MRSA septic arthritis in a dog using a gentamicin-impregnated collagen sponge.
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Plain-English summary
A 5-year-old Labrador retriever developed a serious joint infection called septic arthritis after surgery to repair a torn ligament in his knee. The infection was caused by a resistant bacteria, which made treatment more challenging. To help clear the infection, the veterinarian used a special sponge that releases an antibiotic called gentamicin directly into the joint. This treatment was successful, and the dog recovered well from the infection.
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Abstract
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus septic arthritis occurred in a dog following elective joint surgery for cranial cruciate ligament rupture. Resolution of the infection was assisted by using a surgically implanted absorbable gentamicin-impregnated sponge.
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