The association of penicillin allergy with outcomes after open  ventral hernia repair

ConclusionPA patients had more comorbidities and complex ventral hernias. When controlling for contamination and MRSA history, BLP is associated with improved outcomes particularly in contaminated cases. PA may be a risk factor for patient complexity, and further studies are warranted to determine if allergy testing can be warranted in known or anticipated contaminated cases.Graphic abstract
Source: Surgical Endoscopy - Category: Surgery Source Type: research