More than 1 million U.S. women deliver their babies via cesarean section every year, putting them at risk for surgical site infections. A new study from Washington University School of Medicine in St.

3M Health Care today announced the publication of a new independent study "Effects of Preoperative Skin Preparation on Postoperative Wound Infection Rates: A Prospective Study of 3 Skin Preparation ...

Does the agent used for skin preparation prior to surgery have an impact on the rate of surgical site infection (SSI)? The authors conducted a meta-analysis of published data comparing chlorhexidine ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . TAMPA, Fla. — According to presented results, skin antisepsis for surgical site infection in patients undergoing ...

Chlorhexidine is sold as topical solutions, washes, sponges, and swabs. This antiseptic may be used to decrease dental plaque and prevent gingivitis. Using chlorhexidine may lead to an allergic ...