Use of Probiotics as Prophylaxis for Postoperative Infections

Use of Probiotics as Prophylaxis for Postoperative Infections

Postoperative bacterial infections are common despite prophylactic administration of antibiotics. The wide-spread use of antibiotics in patients has contributed to the emergence of multiresistant bacteria. A restricted use of antibiotics must be followed in most clinical situations. In surgical pati...

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Main Authors: Peter Mangell, Bengt Jeppsson, Henrik Thorlacius
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2011-05-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
probiotics
postoperative infections
immune function
bacterial translocation
gastrointestinal surgery
liver transplantation
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/3/5/604/

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