The Journal of Arthroplasty, ISSN: 0883-5403, Vol: 18, Issue: 4, Page: 516-518

Herpes simplex virus causing superficial wound infection in total hip arthroplasty

Danielle Petruccelli; Pradeep Alexander; David Wismer

Hip

We present a case of herpes simplex virus causing a superficial wound infection. The patient suffered a recurrent prodromal burning sensation followed by small grouped vesicles on a erythematous base. We suggest that viral cultures be done in these cases to aid in this unusual diagnosis.

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