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Skin preparation with chlorhexidine-alcohol versus povidone-iodine in rotator cuff repair
June 2018
Skin preparation with chlorhexidine-alcohol versus povidone-iodine in rotator cuff repair
Study Type:Randomized Trial
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Propionibacterium acnes Suture Contamination in Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair: A Prospective Randomized Study
Arthroscopy. 2018 Apr;34(4):1151-1155Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
126 patients scheduled for arthroscopic rotator cuff repair were randomized to one of four shoulder skin preparation methods: a solution or 1% chlorhexidine gluconate and 70% isopropyl alcohol with or without an antibacterial adhesive drape, or a solution of povidone-iodine with or without an antibacterial adhesive drape. The purpose of this study was to determine if skin preparation with chlorhex...
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