A5068383363- Orthopedic Infections and Treatments
- Bone fractures and treatments
- Streptococcal Infections and Treatments
- Antibiotic Resistance in Bacteria
- Parvovirus B19 Infection Studies
- Antibiotics Pharmacokinetics and Efficacy
- Antibiotic Use and Resistance
- Viral-associated cancers and disorders
- Central Venous Catheters and Hemodialysis
- Antifungal resistance and susceptibility
- Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques
- Infective Endocarditis Diagnosis and Management
- Fungal Biology and Applications
- Bacterial Identification and Susceptibility Testing
- Total Knee Arthroplasty Outcomes
- Cytomegalovirus and herpesvirus research
- Orthopaedic implants and arthroplasty
- Infectious Encephalopathies and Encephalitis
- Otolaryngology and Infectious Diseases
- Polyomavirus and related diseases
- Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Management
- Autoimmune and Inflammatory Disorders
- Nosocomial Infections in ICU
- Maternal and fetal healthcare
- Clinical Nutrition and Gastroenterology
The University of Queensland
2019-2024
Peninsula Health
2023-2024
Frankston Hospital
2024
Princess Alexandra Hospital
2010-2023
Queensland Health
2012-2021
Logan Hospital
2019-2020
Mater Misericordiae Hospital
2008
Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is a devastating condition and there lack of evidence to guide its management. We hypothesized that treatment success independently associated with modifiable variables in surgical antibiotic management.The prospective, observational study at 27 hospitals across Australia New Zealand. Newly diagnosed large PJIs were eligible. Data collected baseline 3, 12, 24 months. The main outcome measures months clinical cure (defined as all the following: alive,...
Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is a devastating complication of replacement surgery. Most observational studies PJI are retrospective or single-center, and reported management approaches outcomes vary widely. We hypothesized that there would be substantial heterogeneity in most PJIs present as late acute infections occurring consequence bloodstream infections.The Prosthetic Infection Australia New Zealand, Observational (PIANO) study prospective at 27 hospitals. From July 2014 through...
Outpatient parenteral antibiotic therapy (OPAT) has become established as a standard of care in most Australian hospitals to treat variety infections. Since 1998, the Alternate Site Infusion Service (ASIS) provided an OPAT service five southern Brisbane, Queensland, using predominantly patient or carer administration model (self-administered, S-OPAT). The aim this study was evaluate outcomes our S-OPAT programme.Consecutive patients treated by ASIS at Princess Alexandra Hospital from January...
Abstract Background Diabetic foot infections (DFI) present a major morbidity, mortality and economic challenge for the tertiary health sector. However, lack of high quality evidence specific treatment regimens patients with DFIs may result in inconsistent management. This study aimed to identify DFI caseload proportion patterns clinical practice Infectious Diseases (ID) Physicians Trainees within Australia New Zealand. Methods A cross‐sectional online survey Australian Zealand ID was...
Introduction Reconstruction of critical bone defects is challenging. In a substantial subgroup patients, conventional reconstructive techniques are insufficient. Biodegradable scaffolds have emerged as novel tissue engineering strategy for critical-sized defect reconstruction. A corticoperiosteal flap integrates the hosts’ ability to regenerate and permits creation vascular axis scaffold neo-vascularisation (regenerative matching axial vascularisation—RMAV). This phase IIa study evaluates...
We report a case of prosthetic hip infection in 79 year old man caused by Granulicatella adiacens. The diagnosis was achieved using broad range 16S PCR gene analysis at an early stage, after joint aspiration and culture failed to yield pathogen. Staged revision surgery together with administration appropriate antibiotics resulted cure. adiacens is nutritionally variant streptococcus (NVS). It has been increasingly reported cause significant morbidities involving various systems. Its...
Background: We report two cases of Streptococcus salivarius meningitis diagnosed by 16S PCR. is part the normal flora oral cavity. It an uncommon cause meningitis. Most are iatrogenic, related to neurosurgical procedures or CSF leaks. The transmission from physician patient has been proven in literature, most likey droplet form during spinal procedures. recent increase number prompted Healthcare Infection Control Practices Advisory Committee recommencd wearing surgical masks for all CDC...
Tuberculosis (TB) is the most common opportunistic infection in Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)/Acquired Syndrome (AIDS). There an estimated 11.5 million people co-infected with HIV/TB highest burden Sub-Saharan Africa. The accessibility of world travel, displacement communities because conflict, war and famine as well changes to Australian Government's immigration policies have meant that Australia not immune this trend. Three subjects were HIV positive had suspected or confirmed...
Introduction Rabies is fatal and can cause almost certain mortality in animals humans. Effective post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) using the rabies vaccine remains cornerstone for preventing disease We present first reported case of supporting live purified-chick-embryo-cell vaccine(PCECV) administration with prophylactic high-dose corticosteroids.Case A 39-year-old female was at high-risk developing rabies-like following a bat bite. She commenced on PEP PCECV. Our patient developed an...
Abstract Background During the Omicron BA.1 surge between 12 January and 18 February 2022, 189 COVID-19-positive pregnant women were managed by Peninsula Health Positive Pathways program, in Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, Australia. A multidisciplinary specialist team was rapidly assembled to work conjunction with COVID-19 physicians monitoring team, optimize patient care. Objective The aim is describe processes utilized care for pregnancy cohort from time of enrolment COVID Monitor until...
Background: Septic arthritis of the hip is an orthopaedic emergency which requires prompt diagnosis and treatment. If treated late or inadequately, it can have devastating consequences for development joint. Infection most commonly caused by Staphylococcus aureus spreads via blood stream from adjacent area osteomyelitis. Diagnosing managing this condition continue to be challenging poor outcomes may occur. Neonates present with sepsis failure thrive. There no fever. The held in flexed,...