BET 2: no evidence for prophylactic antibiotics in pinna laceration.
A short cut review was carried out to establish whether prophylactic antibiotics should be given to patients with a laceration to the pinna. No studies directly answered the question. The clinical bottom line is that there is a lack of evidence on this subject and that local expert advice should be sought.
Ayr Hospital, South Ayrshire, Scotland, UK.
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D000328:Adult; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D019072:Antibiotic Prophylaxis; D054644:Ear Auricle / Q000293:injuries*; D004636:Emergency Service, Hospital; D006801:Humans; D022125:Lacerations / Q000150:complications / Q000628:therapy*; D008297:Male
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents