Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Tonsillitis II: Management01:26

Tonsillitis II: Management

This lesson will focus on the different treatment options for managing tonsillitis, which typically depend on the cause and severity.
Diphtheria01:28

Diphtheria

Diphtheria is an acute, toxin-mediated infectious disease that primarily affects the upper respiratory tract. It is caused by Corynebacterium diphtheriae, a Gram-positive, pleomorphic rod that lacks spore-forming capability and exhibits a characteristic club-shaped morphology under microscopic examination. While C. diphtheriae can asymptomatically colonize mucosal surfaces, clinical disease manifests only when the bacterial strain is lysogenized by a specific β-corynephage. This phage...
Aneurysm IV: Nursing Management01:22

Aneurysm IV: Nursing Management

Vigilant monitoring for aneurysm rupture is essential for patients undergoing aortic surgery.Preoperative Nursing ManagementContinuously monitor the patient for manifestations of aneurysm rupture, such as pallor, weakness, tachycardia, hypotension, abdominal, back, groin, or periumbilical pain, changes in consciousness, and a pulsating abdominal mass. Regularly assess the patient's peripheral pulses.Instruct the patient to consume a clear liquid diet the day before surgery and administer...
Transmission-based Precautions I: Contact, Enteric, and Droplets01:17

Transmission-based Precautions I: Contact, Enteric, and Droplets

Transmission-based precautions are for patients known to be infected or suspected to be infected or colonized with organisms that pose a significant risk to others. Some transmission-based precautions include contact, enteric, and droplet.
Contact Precautions:
Contact precautions are the measures taken to prevent the transmission of infectious agents, especially epidemiologically important microorganisms such as MRSA or influenza, primarily transmitted through direct or indirect contact with an...
Tracheostomy Care I: Pre-procedural Steps01:16

Tracheostomy Care I: Pre-procedural Steps

A tracheostomy is a surgical technique that involves making an incision in the neck to provide access to the trachea. It is frequently used in medical conditions such as airway obstruction and prolonged mechanical ventilation. Effective nursing management is crucial for the long-term success of a tracheostomy.
Required Equipment
The equipment necessary for tracheostomy care includes:
Acute Pharyngitis01:30

Acute Pharyngitis

Introduction
Acute pharyngitis is the inflammation of the back of the throat (pharynx), commonly resulting in a sore throat. It is a frequently encountered condition that prompts individuals to seek medical advice.
Classification
Acute pharyngitis can be categorized based on its underlying cause:

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Preoperative Pollen Exposure and Chronic Rhinosinusitis Outcomes After Endoscopic Sinus Surgery: A Pilot Investigation.

Laryngoscope investigative otolaryngology·2026
Same author

Neurocognitive Function in Head and Neck Cancer Patients Prior to Radiation Therapy.

Head & neck·2026
Same author

Impact of Life-Context Factors on Chronic Rhinosinusitis 22-Item Sinonasal Outcomes Test: Systematic Review + Meta-Analysis.

Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery : official journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery·2026
Same author

Improving Resident Frontal Sinusotomy Education With Three-Dimensional Surgical Planning Software.

Laryngoscope investigative otolaryngology·2026
Same author

Social Determinants of Health and Patient-Reported Outcome Measures Among Head and Neck Cancer Survivors.

Head & neck·2026
Same author

Inferior Turbinate Outfracture Alone for Nasal Obstruction Has Not Been Studied in Randomized Trials.

Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery : official journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jun 1, 2026

Povidone Iodine Rectal Preparation at Time of Prostate Needle Biopsy is a Simple and Reproducible Means to Reduce Risk of Procedural Infection
05:32

Povidone Iodine Rectal Preparation at Time of Prostate Needle Biopsy is a Simple and Reproducible Means to Reduce Risk of Procedural Infection

Published on: September 21, 2015

Antibiotic prophylaxis in uncontaminated neck dissection.

Li-Xing Man1, Daniel M Beswick, Jonas T Johnson

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA. li-xing.man@uth.tmc.edu

The Laryngoscope
|June 15, 2011
PubMed
Summary

Antibiotic prophylaxis is not routinely recommended for uncontaminated neck dissections. However, longer operative times and extensive dissections increase the risk of postoperative wound infection, suggesting a need for antibiotics in such cases.

More Related Videos

Modified Radical Neck Dissection for Cervical Metastasis
06:05

Modified Radical Neck Dissection for Cervical Metastasis

Published on: February 20, 2026

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jun 1, 2026

Povidone Iodine Rectal Preparation at Time of Prostate Needle Biopsy is a Simple and Reproducible Means to Reduce Risk of Procedural Infection
05:32

Povidone Iodine Rectal Preparation at Time of Prostate Needle Biopsy is a Simple and Reproducible Means to Reduce Risk of Procedural Infection

Published on: September 21, 2015

Modified Radical Neck Dissection for Cervical Metastasis
06:05

Modified Radical Neck Dissection for Cervical Metastasis

Published on: February 20, 2026

Area of Science:

  • Surgical Oncology
  • Infectious Disease
  • Head and Neck Surgery

Background:

  • Postoperative wound infections are a concern following neck dissections.
  • The role of antibiotic prophylaxis in uncontaminated neck dissections requires further clarification.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the institution's experience with antibiotic prophylaxis in uncontaminated neck dissections.
  • To identify risk factors associated with postoperative wound infections in this patient population.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective chart review was conducted on 244 patients undergoing 273 uncontaminated neck dissections between April 2006 and June 2010.
  • Patients were categorized into three groups based on antibiotic prophylaxis: none, intraoperative only, or intra- and postoperative.
  • Data on patient factors, operative details, and complications were analyzed.

Main Results:

  • A 3.3% rate of wound infections was observed (9/273 procedures).
  • All infections occurred in patients who received intraoperative or intra- and postoperative antibiotics, though this difference was not statistically significant (P = .11).
  • Increased operative time and radical or extended neck dissections were independently associated with a higher risk of wound infection.

Conclusions:

  • Antibiotic prophylaxis is not supported for routine uncontaminated neck dissections.
  • Prophylactic antibiotics may be beneficial for more extensive lymphadenectomy procedures.
  • Operative time and dissection extent are key risk factors for surgical site infections.