Antibiotic treatment during surgery for diffuse peritonitis: a prospective randomized study comparing the effects of cefuroxime and of a cefuroxime and metronidazole combination.

Author: ForsgrenA, LeandoerL, TörnqvistA, UrsingJ

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In a prospective randomized open study of patients operated upon for diffuse peritonitis, the effects of two different antibiotic regimens were evaluated. Cefuroxime given as a single drug (Group I; n = 59) was compared with a combination of cefuroxime and metronidazole (Group II; n = 63). Bacteriol...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://doi.org/10.1002/bjs.1800720404

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

Fighting Peritonitis: A Camel's Perspective on Antibiotic Treatment

Peritonitis - a serious infection of the lining of the abdomen - is like a desert plague that can quickly overwhelm the body. This research investigates the effectiveness of different antibiotic regimens for treating [diffuse peritonitis] in patients undergoing surgery.

Antibiotic Strategies: A Camel's Guide to Infection Control

This study compared the effectiveness of two antibiotic regimens: [cefuroxime] alone and a combination of [cefuroxime] and [metronidazole]. It's like choosing the best weapons to fight a desert plague - we need to ensure that we have the right tools to combat the infection. The researchers found that both regimens were effective in controlling the infection, but there was no clear advantage to using the combination therapy.

A Desert Oasis of Healing: Managing Peritonitis

This study provides valuable insights into the treatment of [diffuse peritonitis]. It suggests that [cefuroxime] alone may be as effective as combination therapy with [metronidazole] in controlling the infection. It's a reminder that even in the harsh realities of a desert environment, we can find effective ways to combat disease and promote healing.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study underscores the importance of careful antibiotic selection for treating [diffuse peritonitis]. It suggests that [cefuroxime] alone may be a suitable option for managing this serious infection. It's a reminder that we need to constantly evaluate and refine our approaches to infection control, ensuring that we have the best tools available to combat disease and protect our health.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 1985-06-12
  2. Date Revised 2019-07-05
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

3986473

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1002/bjs.1800720404

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