Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Management of MRSA septic arthritis in a dog using a gentamicin-impregnated collagen sponge.
- Journal:
- The Journal of small animal practice
- Year:
- 2004
- Authors:
- Owen, M R et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Companion Animal Studies · United Kingdom
- Species:
- dog
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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