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Review
. 2009 Mar;23(1):53-72.
doi: 10.1016/j.idc.2008.10.004.

Staphylococcal surgical site infections

Deverick J Anderson  1 , Keith S Kaye
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Review

Staphylococcal surgical site infections

Deverick J Anderson et al. Infect Dis Clin North Am. 2009 Mar.

Abstract

Staphylococcus aureus is the leading cause of surgical site infections (SSI) in the United States. In particular, SSI caused by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) has emerged as a devastating complication, leading to increased mortality rates, increased length of hospitalization, and increased costs. Proven strategies for prevention of SSI caused by S aureus include addressing modifiable risk factors and correct choice and timing of antimicrobial prophylaxis. Other strategies, including decolonization and the use of vancomycin, remain controversial.

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