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Imaging recommendation · Musculoskeletal

Suspected periprosthetic joint infection

Recommended: WBC-labeled scan + MRI MARS (and joint aspiration) is the preferred imaging study for suspected periprosthetic joint infection. MSIS criteria for PJI.

Recommended study

WBC-labeled scan + MRI MARS (and joint aspiration)

NM IV contrast Preferred Musculoskeletal Acute inpatient Reviewed

MSIS criteria for PJI. Definitive diagnosis requires aspiration with culture.

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