The role of intraoperative swab during appendectomy in patients with uncomplicated and complicated appendicitis

ConclusionThe analysis of swab samples obtained during appendectomy for acute appendicitis can help identify patients at a higher risk of a worse postoperative outcome. However, the frequency of antibiotic regime changes based on the swab analysis is low.
Source: International Journal of Colorectal Disease - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research