title: Nosocomial postoperative tetanus infection.
abstract: In light of the fact that tetanus spores are present throughout the environment, this article presents a case of nosocomial postoperative tetanus. A review of the immunization schedule is included to familiarize the surgeon with the active and passive methods of immunization. The authors recognize that tetanus infections are uncommon in our society, but all doctors should become aware of the appropriate treatment program as presented in this article.
mesh_terms: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003131:Combined Modality Therapy; D003428:Cross Infection / Q000628:therapy*; D003646:Debridement; D006215:Hallux Valgus / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D007114:Immunization; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D013530:Surgical Wound Infection / Q000628:therapy*; D013742:Tetanus / Q000628:therapy*
chemical_list: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents