Peri-operative oxytetracycline in prophylaxis of surgical wound infections.

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1990-03-01
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Experience with peri-operative oxytetracycline coverage in prevention of wound infection following elective surgery is presented; of 150 cases included in control group 21 developed infection (14%), whereas only 4 of the study group (170 cases) had infection (2.5%). The importance of peri-operative antibiotic umbrella is emphasised and some of the shortcomings of recommended schedule is highlighted.
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Atri SC, Sharma K, Tripathi N, Mital DK. Peri-operative oxytetracycline in prophylaxis of surgical wound infections. Journal of the Indian Medical Association. 1990 Mar; 88(3): 75-7
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https://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/96911
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