Antibiotic prophylaxis in pediatric surgery: when more is not better—or safer

In brief

This article examines evidence-based antibiotic prophylaxis protocols in pediatric surgical patients, challenging the assumption that extended antibiotic courses improve outcomes. The authors present data on optimal timing, duration, and selection of prophylactic antibiotics to minimize surgical site infections while reducing antimicrobial resistance and adverse effects.

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