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Number of bacteria produced in the femur, wire, and soft tissues of the infection group (CFU)
| Postoperative period | Femur (CFU) | Wire (CFU) | Soft tissue in the knee (CFU) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Third week | 431 ± 377 (70–1000) | 166 ± 147 (16–400) | 7 ± 14 (0–40) |
| Sixth week | 650 ± 327 (300–1000) | 586 ± 421 (120–1000) | 338 ± 280 (50–800) |
Values are mean ± SD with ranges in parentheses; CFU = colony-forming units.
