Publications by authors named "Luiz Carlos Souza Tostes"
Rev Col Bras Cir
January 2021
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to compare the effectiveness of 0.5% alcoholic chlorhexidine and 70% alcohol for skin antisepsis before neuraxial blocks.
- A randomized clinical trial included 70 patients divided into two groups, assessing bacterial growth before and after the antiseptic application.
- Results showed that while 70% alcohol significantly reduced bacterial growth shortly after application, both antiseptics had no difference in skin colonization by the end of the procedure, suggesting 70% alcohol is a viable option for antisepsis.
