Publications by authors named "Pablo Duque Santana"
Global Spine J
August 2024
Article Synopsis
- This observational study aims to establish a specific antibiotic protocol for patients at high risk of surgical site infections (SSIs) during spine surgery, as current guidelines are not tailored for these individuals.
- The study involved 132 patients divided into three groups to compare different antibiotic prophylaxis regimens: standard prophylaxis, double therapy for 24 hours, and double therapy for 72 hours.
- Results showed that patients receiving prolonged double antibiotic therapy had significantly lower SSI rates, highlighting the effectiveness of tailored prophylaxis for high-risk patients.
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