What is accepted antibiotic usage preoperatively, intraoperatively, and postoperatively?
Timing | Details |
Preoperative | 30 minutes before skin incision |
Intraoperative | Repeat antibiotics every 6 hours of operating time |
Postoperative | 3 to 6 doses of antibiotics (over 24–48 hours) or antibiotics for as long as a drain is in place |
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