Does Deep Chronic Infection After Total Ankle Arthroplasty (TAA) Require Implant Removal?

Recommendation: Yes. Deep chronic infection after total ankle arthroplasty (TAA) requires implant removal unless otherwise contraindicated. Level of Evidence: Strong. Delegate Vote: Agree: 100%, Disagree: 0%, Abstain: 0% (Unanimous, Strongest Consensus).

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