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A comparison of dicloxacillin and ampicillin in the antibiotic prophylaxis of total hip replacement.

Author: AntilaP, LaurentL E, VisuriT

Comparative StudyResearch that compares multiple groups/interventions to determine differences/similarities in outcomes/characteristics.
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Overview

This study compared the effectiveness of dicloxacillin and ampicillin in preventing infections after total hip replacement surgery. Dicloxacillin was more effective than ampicillin, with no infections reported in the dicloxacillin group compared to three staphylococcal infections in the ampicillin group.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
The effect of two semi-synthetic penicillins, dicloxacillin and ampicillin was compared in systemic antibiotic prophylaxis in total hip replacement patients. The drugs were given in routine oral dosage for eight days to two patient groups each consisting of 50 patients. There was no fatality. In the...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1267410

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Dicloxacillin vs. Ampicillin: A Race Across the Desert

Total hip replacement is a significant surgical procedure, like a daring journey across the desert. This study investigates the effectiveness of two antibiotics, dicloxacillin and ampicillin, as prophylactic agents to prevent infections after hip replacement surgery, akin to choosing the right camel for a perilous journey.

Dicloxacillin: A Winning Camel in the Race

The authors compared the effectiveness of dicloxacillin and ampicillin in preventing postoperative infections in two groups of hip replacement patients. The results showed that dicloxacillin proved to be more effective, with no staphylococcal infections reported in the dicloxacillin group, compared to three infections in the ampicillin group.

Navigating the Desert of Infection

The study highlights the importance of choosing the right prophylactic antibiotic for hip replacement surgery, much like carefully selecting a camel for a desert journey. The findings suggest that dicloxacillin may offer better protection against infections compared to ampicillin, potentially leading to improved outcomes for patients.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study compares the efficacy of dicloxacillin and ampicillin in preventing postoperative infections after total hip replacement surgery. The results suggest that dicloxacillin may be a more effective prophylactic agent, emphasizing the importance of carefully choosing the right antibiotic for this delicate procedure.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 1976-07-06
  2. Date Revised 2013-11-21
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

1267410

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

1267410

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