Publications by authors named "Ana Paula de Andrade Lopes"
J Orthop Sci
January 2024
Article Synopsis
- - This study investigated how different levels of vancomycin and gentamicin in polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) can reduce biofilm formation by Staphylococcus aureus.
- - Researchers used various methods, including quantitative analysis and microscopy, to assess the effectiveness of the antibiotic-loaded PMMA, finding significant reductions in colony counts (p < 0.05).
- - The combination of vancomycin (4 g) and gentamicin (500 mg) showed the best results in inhibiting bacterial growth and demonstrated a synergistic effect, indicating potential for use in antibiotic-loaded bone cement.
