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Short-term prophylaxis with cefotaxime in prostatic surgery.

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    Short-term cefotaxime prophylaxis significantly reduced urinary tract infections in patients undergoing transurethral prostatectomy. This antibiotic intervention lowered infection rates in the early and late post-operative periods.

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    Area of Science:

    • Urology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Pharmacology

    Background:

    • Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is a common surgical procedure.
    • Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a significant post-operative complication following TURP.
    • Prophylactic antibiotics are often used to prevent surgical site infections.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy of perioperative cefotaxime prophylaxis in reducing UTIs after TURP.
    • To compare infection rates between patients receiving cefotaxime and a control group.

    Main Methods:

    • A randomized controlled trial involving 167 patients undergoing TURP.
    • Patients were divided into a control group (no antibiotics) and a treatment group (cefotaxime 3g IV perioperatively).
    • Infection rates were assessed by urine cultures (>10(5) cfu/ml) and positive blood cultures at multiple post-operative time points.

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    Main Results:

    • The treated group showed significantly lower UTI rates within 7 days (14/83 vs. 50/84, P < 0.0001) and by day 30 (5/83 vs. 24/84, P < 0.0001).
    • Two positive blood cultures occurred, both in the control group.
    • Fewer patients required a full course of antibiotics in the treated group (14 vs. 55).

    Conclusions:

    • Perioperative cefotaxime prophylaxis is effective in significantly reducing the incidence of UTIs after TURP.
    • Short-term antibiotic prophylaxis with cefotaxime is a beneficial strategy for patients undergoing transurethral prostatectomy.
    • This prophylactic measure contributes to better patient outcomes and potentially reduces the need for further antibiotic treatment.