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Research paper thumbnail of Tedizolid-Rifampicin Combination Prevents Rifampicin-Resistance on in vitro Model of Staphylococcus aureus Mature Biofilm

Frontiers in Microbiology, 2020

The accuracy of the Content should not be relied upon and should be independently verified with p... more The accuracy of the Content should not be relied upon and should be independently verified with primary sources of information. Taylor and Francis shall not be liable for any losses, actions, claims, proceedings, demands, costs, expenses, damages, and other liabilities whatsoever or howsoever caused arising directly or indirectly in connection with, in relation to or arising out of the use of the Content. This article may be used for research, teaching, and private study purposes. Any substantial or systematic reproduction, redistribution, reselling, loan, sub-licensing, systematic supply, or distribution in any form to anyone is expressly forbidden.

Research paper thumbnail of Prosthetic infections following total knee arthroplasty: a six-year prospective study (1997–2002)

Journal of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, 2007

This paper reports on a prospective observational study that evaluated the frequency of prostheti... more This paper reports on a prospective observational study that evaluated the frequency of prosthetic infections after total knee arthroplasty. During a six-year observational period, 171 patients underwent knee arthroplasty. Single shot prophylaxis with teicoplanin was administered to all patients. Nine patients (5.3%) had a followup of less than four weeks; the remaining 162 had a follow-up of at least 12 weeks. Of these, 155 completed the 24-month observational period. In the end, three patients developed early prosthetic joint infection which produced infection rates of 1.85% and 1.93% when the follow-up was ≥12 weeks and ≥24 months, respectively. The mean time from surgery to infection was 54 days (range, 14-87). All three infections were caused by Staphylococcus aureus susceptible to methicillin. Fever, pain, effusion and secretion were present in all cases. In this cohort of patients, no cases of delayed infection were observed. Thorough reporting is the first step in reducing the incidence of post-surgical infective complications and can contribute to more productive prophylactic protocols.

Research paper thumbnail of Prosthetic infections following total knee arthroplasty: a six-year prospective study (1997–2002)

Journal of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, 2007

This paper reports on a prospective observational study that evaluated the frequency of prostheti... more This paper reports on a prospective observational study that evaluated the frequency of prosthetic infections after total knee arthroplasty. During a six-year observational period, 171 patients underwent knee arthroplasty. Single shot prophylaxis with teicoplanin was administered to all patients. Nine patients (5.3%) had a followup of less than four weeks; the remaining 162 had a follow-up of at least 12 weeks. Of these, 155 completed the 24-month observational period. In the end, three patients developed early prosthetic joint infection which produced infection rates of 1.85% and 1.93% when the follow-up was ≥12 weeks and ≥24 months, respectively. The mean time from surgery to infection was 54 days (range, 14-87). All three infections were caused by Staphylococcus aureus susceptible to methicillin. Fever, pain, effusion and secretion were present in all cases. In this cohort of patients, no cases of delayed infection were observed. Thorough reporting is the first step in reducing the incidence of post-surgical infective complications and can contribute to more productive prophylactic protocols.

Research paper thumbnail of Topical cidofovir for severe warts in a patient affected by AIDS and Hodgkin's lymphoma

International Journal of STD & AIDS, 2008

We describe a 42-year-old man with AIDS and Hodgkin's lymphoma whose severe and recalcitrant ... more We describe a 42-year-old man with AIDS and Hodgkin's lymphoma whose severe and recalcitrant cutaneous warts resolved following treatment with local 1% cidofovir. Clinically significant improvements were observed in a two-week period of therapy. In advanced HIV disease complicated by additional haematological malignancy, cutaneous warts may be difficult to treat and present a challenge for the attending physicians. In similar clinical condition topical anti-human papillomavirus therapy may prove to be safe and curative.

Research paper thumbnail of Absidia corymbifera necrotizing cellulitis in an immunocompromised patient while on voriconazole treatment

Annals of Hematology, 2008

Research paper thumbnail of Tedizolid-Rifampicin Combination Prevents Rifampicin-Resistance on in vitro Model of Staphylococcus aureus Mature Biofilm

Frontiers in Microbiology, 2020

The accuracy of the Content should not be relied upon and should be independently verified with p... more The accuracy of the Content should not be relied upon and should be independently verified with primary sources of information. Taylor and Francis shall not be liable for any losses, actions, claims, proceedings, demands, costs, expenses, damages, and other liabilities whatsoever or howsoever caused arising directly or indirectly in connection with, in relation to or arising out of the use of the Content. This article may be used for research, teaching, and private study purposes. Any substantial or systematic reproduction, redistribution, reselling, loan, sub-licensing, systematic supply, or distribution in any form to anyone is expressly forbidden.

Research paper thumbnail of Prosthetic infections following total knee arthroplasty: a six-year prospective study (1997–2002)

Journal of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, 2007

This paper reports on a prospective observational study that evaluated the frequency of prostheti... more This paper reports on a prospective observational study that evaluated the frequency of prosthetic infections after total knee arthroplasty. During a six-year observational period, 171 patients underwent knee arthroplasty. Single shot prophylaxis with teicoplanin was administered to all patients. Nine patients (5.3%) had a followup of less than four weeks; the remaining 162 had a follow-up of at least 12 weeks. Of these, 155 completed the 24-month observational period. In the end, three patients developed early prosthetic joint infection which produced infection rates of 1.85% and 1.93% when the follow-up was ≥12 weeks and ≥24 months, respectively. The mean time from surgery to infection was 54 days (range, 14-87). All three infections were caused by Staphylococcus aureus susceptible to methicillin. Fever, pain, effusion and secretion were present in all cases. In this cohort of patients, no cases of delayed infection were observed. Thorough reporting is the first step in reducing the incidence of post-surgical infective complications and can contribute to more productive prophylactic protocols.

Research paper thumbnail of Prosthetic infections following total knee arthroplasty: a six-year prospective study (1997–2002)

Journal of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, 2007

This paper reports on a prospective observational study that evaluated the frequency of prostheti... more This paper reports on a prospective observational study that evaluated the frequency of prosthetic infections after total knee arthroplasty. During a six-year observational period, 171 patients underwent knee arthroplasty. Single shot prophylaxis with teicoplanin was administered to all patients. Nine patients (5.3%) had a followup of less than four weeks; the remaining 162 had a follow-up of at least 12 weeks. Of these, 155 completed the 24-month observational period. In the end, three patients developed early prosthetic joint infection which produced infection rates of 1.85% and 1.93% when the follow-up was ≥12 weeks and ≥24 months, respectively. The mean time from surgery to infection was 54 days (range, 14-87). All three infections were caused by Staphylococcus aureus susceptible to methicillin. Fever, pain, effusion and secretion were present in all cases. In this cohort of patients, no cases of delayed infection were observed. Thorough reporting is the first step in reducing the incidence of post-surgical infective complications and can contribute to more productive prophylactic protocols.

Research paper thumbnail of Topical cidofovir for severe warts in a patient affected by AIDS and Hodgkin's lymphoma

International Journal of STD & AIDS, 2008

We describe a 42-year-old man with AIDS and Hodgkin's lymphoma whose severe and recalcitrant ... more We describe a 42-year-old man with AIDS and Hodgkin's lymphoma whose severe and recalcitrant cutaneous warts resolved following treatment with local 1% cidofovir. Clinically significant improvements were observed in a two-week period of therapy. In advanced HIV disease complicated by additional haematological malignancy, cutaneous warts may be difficult to treat and present a challenge for the attending physicians. In similar clinical condition topical anti-human papillomavirus therapy may prove to be safe and curative.

Research paper thumbnail of Absidia corymbifera necrotizing cellulitis in an immunocompromised patient while on voriconazole treatment

Annals of Hematology, 2008