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During a phone call, a case of revision surgery for a joint infection related to instrument breakage was discussed.The broken instrument, identified as a screwdriver, fractured during a reverse shoulder revision surgery.The procedure involved successfully implanting a depuy spacer.The infection was detected through a superficial rash near the incision site.Microorganisms were not identified, and it's uncertain if the patient had a pre-existing infection.No sterile implants were opened during the surgery, and no re-sterilization of the device was performed before the surgery.
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