Antibiotic prophylaxis in transarterial chemoembolization of hepatocellular carcinoma

Conclusion Third generation cephalosporin, levofloxacin or ciprofloxacin all are effective as prophylaxis against post-chemoembolization infections. No significant difference between oral and intravenous administration among the 3 groups. Oral ciprofloxacin is an effective, safe and relatively inexpensive prophylaxis regimen.
Source: Arab Journal of Gastroenterology - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research