Journal of Physical Chemistry & Biophysics

Journal of Physical Chemistry & Biophysics
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ISSN: 2161-0398

Short Communication - (2020)Volume 10, Issue 4

The Practice of Preoperative Antibiotic Prophylaxis and the Adherence to ASHP Guideline in Different Hospitals in Riyadh

 

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Abstract

Appropriately administered antibiotic prophylaxis reduces the incidence of surgical wound infection. Prophylaxis is uniformly recommended for all clean-contaminated, contaminated and dirty procedures. It is considered optional for most clean procedures, although it may be indicated for certain patients and clean procedures that fulfill specific risk criteria.

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Received: 05-Apr-2020 Accepted: 20-Apr-2020 Published: 27-Apr-2020

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