Abstract:Objective To examine the effect of a care bundle on racial disparities in surgical site infections (SSIs).
Study Design This was a retrospective cohort study of women undergoing cesarean delivery at ≥23 weeks' gestation. The care bundle included routine antibiotics (both cefazolin and azithromycin), chlorhexidine skin preparation, clippers, vaginal cleansing, placental removal by cord traction, subcutaneous tissue closure, suture skin closure, dressing removal in 24 to 48 hours, and postoperative c… Show more
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