A retrospective analysis revealed that 92% of patients undergoing certain elective surgeries received unnecessary prophylactic antibiotics, despite guidelines recommending against their use. This nonadherence resulted in an estimated financial waste of US$3,279 and significant environmental impact, as 94% of the cases were classified as clean. Cefazolin was the most commonly administered antibiotic. The findings underscore the need for improved antibiotic stewardship in surgical practices to mitigate both economic and ecological burdens.
Journal Article by Sandigo-Saballos I, Montero S (…) Chen KT et 2 al. in Am Surg