• J Natl Med Assoc · Aug 1988

    Skin preparation in the surgical patient.

    • C Warner.
    • J Natl Med Assoc. 1988 Aug 1; 80 (8): 899-904.

    AbstractA historical review of skin antisepsis is given. Current practices, rationales for skin antisepsis as a segment of total wound care, and bacteriological factors are discussed. The results of a telephone survey of current practices of 16 medical centers around the country are presented. Discussion and conclusions relative to survey results and skin care agents are given. Characteristics of an ideal skin preparation yet to be obtained and some common myths relating to this subject are discussed.

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