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Anaerobic septicemia after transrectal prostatic biopsy
Archives of Internal Medicine
|March 1, 1978
Summary
Transrectal prostate biopsies can lead to dangerous anaerobic septicemia from rectal bacteria. Standard gentamicin sulfate prophylaxis, targeting only aerobic bacteria, proved ineffective in preventing these serious infections.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Infectious Diseases
- Microbiology
Background:
- Transrectal prostate biopsy is a common diagnostic procedure.
- Prophylaxis with parenteral gentamicin sulfate is often used to prevent infection.
- Rectal microflora includes anaerobic bacteria that can cause severe infections.