Publication Name	World Journal of Translational Medicine
Manuscript ID	122418
DOI	10.5528/wjtm.122418
Country	Italy

Category	Orthopedics
Manuscript Type	Retrospective Study
Article Title	Management of distal humerus fracture-related infections after fixation: A retrospective study
Manuscript Source	Invited Manuscript
All Author List	Giuseppe Bardellini, Domenico Rodà, Biagio Abate and Andrea Celli
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Corresponding Author	Giuseppe Bardellini, MD, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Shoulder and Elbow Unit, Hesperia Hospital, Via Arquà 80/A, Modena 41124, Emilia-Romagna, Italy. giuseppebardellini@outlook.it
Key Words	Fracture-related infection; Distal humerus fractures; Elbow; Debridement, antibiotics, and implant retention; Treatment algorithm
Core Tip	This study evaluates the management of distal humerus fracture-related infections in 43 patients, highlighting the effectiveness of tailored surgical and antibiotic strategies. Our results demonstrate that debridement, antibiotics, and implant retention is highly successful for early and delayed infections. For late infections or unhealed cases, we found that implant removal and suppressive therapy are effective alternatives. Based on these findings, we propose a clinical decision-making algorithm centered on fracture healing status and infection timing to guide surgeons in achieving both infection eradication and bone union.
Citation	Bardellini G, Rodà D, Abate B, Celli A. Management of distal humerus fracture-related infections after fixation: A retrospective study. World J Transl Med 2026; In press DOI: https://doi.org/10.5528/wjtm.122418
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Received	2026-04-20 08:34
Peer-Review Started	2026-04-20 08:35
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-05-27 07:44
Return for Revision	2026-05-29 09:13
Revised	2026-06-07 14:33
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Second Decision by Editor	2026-06-18 02:31
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-06-18 06:54
Articles in Press	2026-06-18 06:54
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