Is there a role for tissue biopsy in the diagnosis of periprosthetic infection?
Our data suggest tissue biopsy alone offers no clear advantage over joint aspiration. However, the combination of both techniques provides improved sensitivity and accuracy. We recommend the use of tissue biopsy as an adjunct to joint aspiration in the diagnosis of total joint infection.
The main effect of demonstrating a PFO by TEE after an ischemic cerebral event was the institution of warfarin; there was a trend toward discontinuing aspirin.