Antibiotic prophylaxis has been used to good effect in the prevention of post-operative wound infections in patients undergoing gastrointestinal operations. We have assessed the use of a single ...

The use of antibiotics to prevent surgical wound (surgical site) infection is an accepted cornerstone of modern healthcare. This type of infection occurs in or around the incision a surgeon makes and ...

They have, however, been evaluated for efficacy in mild uncomplicated skin and skin structure infection (uSSSI), including impetigo, SIDs and secondarily infected wounds. Topical antibiotics are ...

A new meta-analysis found evidence that vancomycin may not prevent surgical site infections after spine surgery.

which will include controlling local infection, making sure the dressings are easy to apply and remove, and exudate management Professor Jason Wong Follow me on X (opens in new window) Follow me on ...