was higher in patients who underwent amputation (35.14%) compared to those who did not (20.69%), but this difference did not reach statistical significance. CONCLUSION: Our findings suggest that the pathogen profile in post-earthquake wound infections may vary according to wound type and that Acinetobacter spp . infections with high antibiotic resistance may be a potential risk factor for amputation.
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Microbial profiles and risk of amputation in fasciotomy and open wounds following the 2023 Türkiye earthquakes.
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