EBQ:Antibiotic prophylaxis for mammalian bites

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incomplete Journal Club Article
Medeiros I., Saconato H.. "Antibiotic prophylaxis for mammalian bites". Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2001. 2(CD001738):.
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Clinical Question

Is the use of prophylactic antibiotics for mammalian bites effective in preventing wound infections?

Conclusion

Antibiotic prophylaxis after human bites and bites of the hand may decrease the risk of wound infection but further evidence is needed. No evidence shows effectiveness in the use of antibiotic prophylaxis after cat or dog bites.

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