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CHAPTER 46: SURGICAL PROPHYLAXIS
Salmaan Kanji
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The chapter provides an in-depth look at surgical prophylaxis, emphasizing the importance of administering antibiotics prior to surgical procedures to prevent infections. It categorizes surgical site infections and identifies risk factors that contribute to SSIs. The text also details specific antibiotic regimens for different types of surgeries, including gynecological, cardiothoracic, and orthopedic procedures, highlighting the importance of timing and dosage in antibiotic administration.
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