Mechanical and Oral Antibiotic Bowel Preparation in Elective Rectal Resection

The findings reported in this multicenter, double-blinded, randomized clinical trial comparing the efficacy of mechanical and oral antibiotic bowel preparation (MOABP) with mechanical bowel preparation (MBP) alone in elective rectal resection are both intriguing and crucial for surgical practice. The authors ’ methodical approach and stringent adherence to quality methodology have furnished us with valuable insights, highlighting the superiority of MOABP in lowering the incidence of surgical site infections (SSIs) and anastomotic dehiscence when compared with MBP alone.
Source: JAMA Surgery - Category: Sports Medicine Source Type: research