Abstract
Moxalactam is a newer β-lactam antibiotic with increased activity and an extended antimicrobial spectrum. Three 1 gm doses were given to women scheduled for elective vaginal hysterectomy. This perioperative regimen was prospectively compared to identical doses of cefazolin, a first-generation cephalosporin of proved efficacy. The overall incidence of major postoperative infection in 193 women was <5% and there were no significant interregimen differences. The incidence of major infection was directly related to the type of procedure performed.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 379-385 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Unknown Journal |
Volume | 147 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1983 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Obstetrics and Gynecology