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Chlorhexidine Gluconate Reduces Incisional Infections

Subcutaneous wound soaking with chlorhexidine gluconate significantly reduces the incidence of incisional surgical site infections in patients undergoing gastroenterological surgery. A randomized controlled trial involving 363 patients showed a lower infection rate with chlorhexidine gluconate compared to the control group. This study highlights the effectiveness of chlorhexidine gluconate in preventing surgical site infections in gastroenterological surgery, providing valuable insights for clinicians.

Journal Article by Ito Y, Nojiri S (…) Sugo H et 5 al. in BMC Surg

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