Complications
Complication
Timeframe
Likelihood
short term
medium
If this occurs it is recommended that the guidelines for alternative antibiotic selection are followed. Local advice may also be sought from an infectious disease specialist.
short term
medium
If infection is not controlled it may spread into surrounding bone. A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the area will highlight any areas of surrounding osteomyelitis. It is recommended that orthopedic and infectious disease specialist advice be sought if this occurs.
variable
medium
If a joint has permanent irreversible damage, then an orthopedic opinion may need to be sought regarding surgical solutions for ongoing pain and disability.
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