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今更ながら、CSF leakに予防的抗菌薬投与が推奨されてないことを知る。 https://t.co/k3qtiWTOxl
今更ながら、CSF leakに予防的抗菌薬投与が推奨されてないことを知る。 https://t.co/k3qtiWTOxl
The answer is a resounding "No!" Check out this Cochrane Review for more... https://t.co/73UPlXyixM
A serious late complication to lookout for is meningitis! The abnormal communication created by the fracture can lead bacteria from the nasopharynx or ear to reach the CNS. However, there is no good evidence that Abx prophylaxis helps https://t.co/SfLTF4tS
@RegionsTrauma there's really good evidence against using antibiotics in CSF leaks https://t.co/ItR61niIAE