Antimicrobial prophylaxis in orthopedic surgery

Orthopedics. 2005 Aug;28(8):749-51. doi: 10.3928/0147-7447-20050801-10.

Abstract

Although antimicrobials are effective in preventing postoperative surgical infection, there is substantial room for improvement in their use.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Antibiotic Prophylaxis / methods*
  • Bacterial Infections / microbiology
  • Bacterial Infections / prevention & control*
  • Humans
  • Orthopedic Procedures*
  • Risk Factors
  • Time Factors
  • Wounds and Injuries / classification*
  • Wounds and Injuries / complications

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents