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SIX LONG-STANDING QUESTIONS ABOUT ANTIBIOTIC PROPHYLAXIS IN SURGERY
Department of Surgery, Macerata Hospital, Italy; Department of Surgery, Amsterdam University Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Netherlands; Department of Surgery, Hospital Clínico Universitario, Spain; Department of Emergency and Trauma Surgery,
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The review addresses long-standing questions regarding the effectiveness and protocols of antibiotic prophylaxis in surgery. It evaluates existing guidelines and recent studies to provide evidence-based recommendations for practitioners. The authors analyze various factors influencing the success of SAP, including the timing of doses and the impact of prolonged use. This comprehensive review aims to clarify best practices for reducing the incidence of SSIs in surgical patients.
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