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Gynaecology & Obstetrics General obstetrics ba47a89b

Which of the following steps has proven benefit in decreasing puerperal infection following cesarean section?

A
Non closure of peritoneum
B
Single layer uterine closure
C
Administration of single dose of ampicillin or 1st generation cephalosporin at the time of cesarean
D
Skin closure with staples than with suture
High-Yield Explanation
Prophylactic antibiotics for the cesarean section have been conclusively proven to be beneficial.The first dose is administered at clamping and at least 2 more doses given 8th hourly intravenously in elective cases. Single-dose prophylaxis has been recommended by the ACOG. Both ampicillin and first-generation cephalosporins have been shown to have equal value.(refer to pgno: 436 Sheila 2nd edition )

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