What Is the Optimal Antibiotic (Type, Dose and Route of Administration) Treatment for Infections After Foot/Ankle Fracture or Fusion Procedures?
expert_opinion · Level V
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Abstract
The optimal antibiotic treatment after foot/ankle fractures or fusion should be determined based on the result of culture. In the absence of culture results, administered antibiotics should include coverage against common pathogens such as <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i>. Strong. Agree: 100%, Disagree: 0%, Abstain: 0% (Unanimous, Strongest Consensus).
Medical subject headings
- Ankle Fractures
- Anti-Bacterial Agents
- Arthrodesis
- Foot Bones
- Fracture Fixation, Internal
- Surgical Wound Infection
Anatomy
- ankle
- foot