MSIS is a multidisciplinary organization for the advancement of knowledge in the field of musculoskeletal infections. msis-na.org
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Headed to #EBJIS–#MSIS2026 in Porto this Sept?
Nonstop to Porto (OPO): Newark (United/TAP), JFK (Delta), Boston (TAP).
Elsewhere? Connect via Lisbon, then a 55-min TAP shuttle or 2h40 train.
Book early — seats sell out. ebjis.org/ebjis-msis2026
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Headed to #EBJIS–#MSIS2026 in Porto this Sept?
Nonstop to Porto (OPO): Newark (United/TAP), JFK (Delta), Boston (TAP).
Elsewhere? Connect via Lisbon, then a 55-min TAP shuttle or 2h40 train.
Book early — seats sell out. ebjis.org/ebjis-msis2026
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MSK Infection Disease physicians are central to patient care, education, research & QI -- yet many lack funding or protected time. Our new JBJI study maps MSK ID practice structures & workforce needs.
jbji.copernicus.org/articles…
#MSKID #MSIS
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🎙️ New Joint Approach Podcast Episode!
ICM Guidelines Discussion:
Should prolonged antimicrobials be given after recent reimplantation surgery when all cultures are negative? (Part 2)
🎧 Listen now:
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
#JointApproach #PJI #Orthopaedics #EBJIS_MSIS2026
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PJI exchange arthroplasty: 2-stage or 1-stage — which do YOU prefer?
The debate continues. Hear what global leaders in PJI management think at #MSIS2026 in Porto this September.
Join us → msis-na.org #PJI #Orthopedics #JointInfection
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What happens when EBJIS and MSIS meet for the first time ever? A record abstract pool, a once-in-a-generation program, and hotel rooms in Porto disappearing by the week. Register: ebjis.org/ebjis-msis2026/reg…
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🎙️ New ICM Guidelines Discussion episode out now!
Should prolonged antimicrobials be given after recent reimplantation surgery with negative cultures?
Listen 👇
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
#PJI #Orthopaedics #MSIS
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How many stages are enough for PJI revision? 1, 1.5, or 2?
Don't miss the Europe vs. North America Showdown II at #EBJIS_MSIS_2026 in Porto!
🇺🇸 Ken Urish (US): Two is Better Than One
🇵🇹 Ricardo Sousa (PT): 1.5 Stage: 0.5 Too Much?
🗓️ Sept 17, 2026 | ⏰ 09:40-10:30 AM
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New in ASHE: SAT after DAIR isn't one-size-fits-all. VA cohort by @SchweizerLab @AaronTandeMD examines younger, immunocompetent PJI patients — who benefits, who pays the side-effect price.
pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/article…
#Stewardship #PJI #MSIS
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Prosthetic joint infection has a 5-year mortality rate of 21% — comparable to many cancers. US hospital costs projected to reach $1.85B by 2030. Recovery: 6-12 months, multiple surgeries.
Join @MSISorg in the fight: msisociety.org
#PJI #MSIS #InfectiousDisease
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Facing complex PJI cases?
EBJIS-MSIS 2026 Pre-Course: Clear, clinical take-home messages for your practice.
🗓️ 16 Sept 2026
🇵🇹 Porto, Portugal
🎯 Topic: Practical Update on Orthopaedic Infection 👥 Experts in Surgery, ID & Microbiology
Register: ebjis.org/ebjis-msis2026/pre…
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Coming 5/19: Should prolonged antimicrobials be given after reimplantation with negative cultures? The Joint Approach tackles this ICM question in a must-listen two-part series. #MSIS #PJI #AntibioticStewardship
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"Systemic antibiotics alone are not sufficient" for fracture-related infections. Dr. Levack & Dr. Seidelman break down the multidisciplinary approach in @HealioOrtho. #MSIS #FractureInfection #OrthoID
bit.ly/healio-fri
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Does longer antibiotic therapy improve outcomes after spinal implant infection? SPIRIT 1 says: not necessarily. In 499 patients across 10 centers, >12 weeks of antibiotics showed no significant benefit over shorter courses.
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When "standard" medical options fail, innovation steps in. 🏥
UT Southwestern Orthopaedic team used a custom-designed, two-stage knee fusion to:
✅ Save the patient's leg
✅ Restore mobility
Read the full story: utswmed.org/medblog/obesity-…
#OrthoNews #MSIS #MedTwitter
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🎙️ New episode out!
ICM Guidelines Discussion:
“Is there a role for Suppressive Antibiotic Treatment in PJI?” (Part 1)
A must-listen for clinicians, researchers, and anyone involved in musculoskeletal infection care.
Listen now 👇
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
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📄 New RCT on PJI management:
One-stage vs Two-stage exchange arthroplasty
Link: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/4192…
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🎧 New MSIS Podcast Episode!
ICM Guidelines Discussion (Part 2):
Why does antibiotic duration after DAIR for PJI matter?
A deeper dive into treatment strategies & clinical impact 👇
sites.libsyn.com/482703/icm-…
#MSIS #PJI #JointPodcast #OrthoTwitter
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