Prophylactic Antibiotics Flashcards
1
Q
What is the recommended antibiotic prophylaxis for this surgery?
Appendectomy, colorectal, biliary surgery.
A
Single dose IV Tazocin/Gentamicin + Metronidazole/Co-amoxiclav
2
Q
What is the recommended antibiotic prophylaxis for this surgery?
Oesophageal or gastric surgery
A
Single dose of Gentamicin/Tazocin/Co-amoxiclav
3
Q
What is the recommended antibiotic prophylaxis for this surgery?
Vascular surgery
A
Single dose of Tazocin/Flucloxacillin + Gentamicin. Add Metronidazole if risk of anaerobes (amputation, gangrene, DM).