This review discusses the role of antibacterial prophylaxis in reconstructive surgery involving the arteries of the abdomen, pelvis, and legs.
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Evidence on antibacterial prophylaxis in vascular reconstructive surgery remains limited; leaves open optimal use pending randomized trials.
We have previously discussed the general principles of antibacterial prophylaxis in surgery, and its use in orthopaedic surgery, gastrointestinal and biliary surgery and urogenital, obstetric and gynaecological surgery. Here we consider the role of prophylaxis in reconstructive surgery involving the arteries of the abdomen, pelvis and legs.
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