The effect of preoperative skin preparation on clinical outcomes with incisional surgery: a network meta-analysis.

Jacob HamptonSean S W ParkKerrin PalazziChristopher OldmeadowRosemary CarrollJohn AttiaStephen R Smith

Published in: ANZ journal of surgery (2022)

Chlorhexidine/alcohol (CHA) was found to be the most effective for prevention of superficial and deep SSI while PVIW was the least. There was no differences seen between CHA and PVIA, or CHW and PVIW. The superiority of CHA is likely due to the effect of the alcohol in the base. Hence the choice between CHA and PVIA should be based on health and cost considerations.

Keyphrases

surgical site infection
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public health
mental health
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molecularly imprinted
decision making
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mass spectrometry
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