Role of prophylactic antibiotics in the prevention of late infection of prosthetic joints. Results of a questionnaire and review of the literature
Averns, H.L.; Kerry, R.
British Journal of Rheumatology 34(4): 380-382
1995
ISSN/ISBN: 0263-7103 PMID: 7788156 Document Number: 446043
A postal survey has revealed wide variation in attitudes towards the need for prophylactic antibiotics in patients with implants who develop intercurrent infections, or who undergo surgical procedures. The available evidence is insufficient to reach any firm conclusions, however any patient who has an implant should receive swift treatment for intercurrent infections.