Scand J Surg
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Review
The use of pre- or postoperative antibiotics in surgery for appendicitis: a systematic review.
The aim of this study was to review the literature regarding the use of pre- and/or postoperative antibiotics in the management of appendicitis, using data obtained from PubMed and the Cochrane Library. ⋯ Preoperative antibiotic prophylaxis is recommended in all patients with acute appendicitis, whereas postoperative antibiotics only in cases of perforation.