The British journal of surgery

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Br J Surg · Nov 2010

Review Meta Analysis Comparative Study

Systematic review and meta-analysis of preoperative antisepsis with chlorhexidine versus povidone-iodine in clean-contaminated surgery.

Surgical-site infection increases morbidity, mortality and financial burden. The preferred topical antiseptic agent (chlorhexidine or povidone-iodine) for preoperative skin cleansing is unclear. ⋯ Chlorhexidine should be used preferentially for preoperative antisepsis in clean-contaminated surgery.

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