Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
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Surgical site infections (SSIs) in elective hernia surgeries pose significant postoperative challenges. This study investigates the impact of single‐dose versus multidose antibiotic prophylaxis on the incidence of SSIs and related complications, specifically in inguinal hernia repairs. A total of 100 patients undergoing elective groin surgery were randomly assigned to either a single‐dose (SD) or multiple‐dose (MD) antibiotic regimen group. Both groups received ceftriaxone 1g intravenously, with the MD group continuing the antibiotic postoperatively. Surgical outcomes, including SSI rates, were monitored and analyzed. Of the 100 patients, 5 developed SSIs, with 4 in the SD group and 1 in the MD group. The difference in infection rates between the groups was not statistically significant. Staphylococcus was the most common microorganism isolated. Complications were minor and similar across both groups. A single‐dose antibiotic regimen is effective and cost‐efficient for SSI prevention in elective hernia surgeries, reducing the risks associated with prolonged antibiotic use.
How to cite this article:
Ramkrishna Darji, Nikunj D. Bhesaniya, Sameer H. Marediya and Yogesh K. Swami. Impact of Prophylactic Antibiotic Regimens in Elective Hernia Surgery: Single‐Dose vs. Multidose.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makrjms.2024.9.637.642
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.36478/makrjms.2024.9.637.642