Diagnostic Challenges in Joint Infections: From Culture to Molecular Techniques
A special issue of Pathogens (ISSN 2076-0817).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 December 2025 | Viewed by 50
Special Issue Editor
2. Michael Ogon Laboratory for Orthopaedic Research, Orthopaedic Hospital Vienna Speising, Vienna, Austria
Interests: arthroplasty; infection
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Dear Colleagues,
Joint infections, particularly periprosthetic joint infections (PJIs), pose significant diagnostic challenges due to their complex aetiology and often subtle clinical presentations. Traditional culture-based methods, while foundational, are limited by their sensitivity and turnaround time. This Special Issue will explore the latest advancements in diagnostic techniques, including molecular methods such as PCR, next-generation sequencing (NGS), and mass spectrometry, which offer improved accuracy and faster results. We aim to highlight the integration of these technologies into clinical practice, addressing their potential to enhance early detection and tailored treatment strategies for joint infections.
Dr. Jochen Hofstaetter
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- joint infections
- molecular diagnostics
- periprosthetic joint infections
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