Geographical Differences in the Epidemiology and Treatment of Candida Prosthetic Joint Infections - PubMed
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- Candida prosthetic joint infections (PJIs) have a poor global outcome, with a 43% failure rate.
- Epidemiological patterns and treatment strategies for Candida PJIs vary internationally, but not significantly in epidemiology.
- Surgical approaches differ by country, with 1-stage exchanges more common in France and Austria, and 2-stage exchanges in England and Spain.
- Antifungal prescribing varies, with echinocandins used more frequently in France compared to other countries.
- International collaborative studies are needed to standardize and optimize Candida PJI management.