Deep infections in total hip and knee arthroplasty
| Procedure | Period 1990–2002 | Period 2003–2007 | Total | p value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary total hip arthroplasty, no. | 1351 | 1052 | 2403 | |
| Deep infection, no. (%) | 34 (2.5) | 15 (1.5) | 49 (2.0) | 0.06 |
| Primary total knee arthroplasty, no. | 659 | 561 | 1220 | |
| Deep infection, no. (%) | 13 (2.0) | 6 (1.1) | 19 (1.6) | 0.20 |