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Review
. 2008 Dec;22(4):653-663.
doi: 10.1016/j.idc.2008.05.005.

Postoperative pelvic infections

Constance Faro  1 , Sebastian Faro  2
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Review

Postoperative pelvic infections

Constance Faro et al. Infect Dis Clin North Am. 2008 Dec.

Abstract

Infectious morbidity affecting the postoperative course has long been a concern for obstetricians and gynecologists. The incidence of postoperative infections approaches 38%. The third most common nosocomial infection is surgical site infection. The realm of postoperative infections includes obstetric and gynecologic sources. An understanding of the basic fundamentals of the vaginal flora and addressing host and surgical risk factors can aid in prevention of postoperative infections, which result in significant morbidity and mortality.

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