Expert Rev Mol Diagn. 2020;20(3):269-272.
Editorial: This review explores the utility of next-generation sequencing (NGS) in diagnosing microbial pathogens in periprosthetic joint infections (PJI). Theoretically, NGS does not suffer from the limitations associated with PCR and culture methods. NGS offers advantages such as processing speed and accuracy, among others. Although several questions regarding the clinical application of NGS remain, review of the literature finds NGS recognizing a greater number of PJI-dwelling microbes and a broader base upon which to apply treatment options. Read Editorial
