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Preoperative colonization of S. aureus is linked to increased infections after spine surgery, suggesting better decolonization strategies are needed.
Preoperative S. aureus colonization was associated with superficial SSI and bloodstream S. aureus infections after elective spine surgery. Prophylactic decolonization measures were associated with lower odds of postoperative infection. Future analysis should explore optimal decolonization regimens for at-risk individuals.
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