Is the Surgical Antibiotic Prophylaxis (SAP), an Option in a Developing Country?

The SAP is used to decrease the probability of surgical site infections (SSI) and to avoid the prolonged use of antibiotics reducing its adverse effects and associated bacterial resistance. In our country, even with international and national guidelines, the SAP is not universally used. All due to cultural, education and health education factors.

Source: Journal of the American College of Surgeons - October 22, 2021 Category: Surgery Authors: Jorge M. Hern ández, Gladys Ayala, Roselli C. Rodriguez, Heralba M. Lee Rosario, Maria D Navarro, Anyely N. Castro Mejia, Ramon H. Capellan Cruz Tags: General Surgery Source Type: research