Antibiotic prophylaxis for hernia repair.

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Authors

Francisco Javier Sánchez-Manuel · Hospital General Yagüe

Javier Lozano-García · Hospital General Yagüe

Juan Luis Seco-Gil · Hospital General Yagüe

Abstract

Based on the results of this systematic review the administration of antibiotic prophylaxis for elective inguinal hernia repair cannot be universally recommended. Neither can the administration be recommended against when high rates of wound infection are observed.

Topics & Keywords

Hernia repair and management Pelvic and Acetabular Injuries Hip and Femur Fractures

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews

DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd003769.pub4

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