Antibiotic Prophylaxis
A MeisterMed Quick Tool
 

Author:  MeisterMed
Website: MeisterMed.com

Created/Updated: August 2007

Size: 172 K

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This reference from the MeisterMed QuickTool series includes detailed and up-to-date information on the indications for and use of antibiotics to prevent endocarditis and prosthetic joint infection resulting from bacteremia-inducing medical procedures.  The endocarditis section is based on the 2007 American Heart Association guidelines.  The information about preventing prosthetic joint infection was compiled from several sources in the medical literature including advisory statements issued by the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.

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