Caesarean section wound infection | Right Decisions
Sep 1, 2019 · Send a wound swab. If patient has fever or evidence of sepsis send blood cultures (10mls in each bottle).
(5) NICE guideline: CG132 Caesarean section, November 2011 Developed and approved by: Trust Antimicrobial Stewardship Group (March 2019) Updated: Review date: March 2021
Recommendations | Caesarean birth | Guidance | NICE
Mar 31, 2021 · Offer women prophylactic antibiotics before skin incision for caesarean birth, choosing antibiotics that are effective against endometritis, urinary tract and wound infections. [2011, …
Additional antibiotics for covering gram negatives and anaerobes should be added where appropriate. Please contact microbiology (via switchboard) or the antimicrobial pharmacist (bleep 287) to …
All IV antibiotics may be given before knife-to-skin (KTS) and are considered safe except Augmentin which is given after delivery as it may have an effect on the baby.
antibiotic treatment to ensure clearance If a group B streptococcus is isolated, inform the antenatal care service, as prophylactic antibiotics. 500mg 8 hourly (not in penicillin allergy) Advise women to …
Booking an Elective Caesarean Section in the electronic diary 2.2.1. The doctor should ensure all relevant details are given when booking an elective section. These include indication, gestation, …
ICAL PROPHYLAXIS Refer to full guidelines for obstetric procedures USE OF MEDICINES IN PREGNANCY AND BREASTFEEDING: If in doubt, check reference sources (BUMPS, lactmed, …
Reducing your risk of wound infection after a caesarean birth
This leaflet provides information and advice, for you after your caesarean birth. It will help you to understand how to care for your wound and have a smooth recovery.
Antibiotics Prophylactic antibiotics should be administered as per NHS Lanarkshire (2019) adult antibiotic prophylaxis in obstetric and gynaecological surgery guideline.