Antibiotic prophylaxis in pediatric dog bite injuries: Infection rates and prescribing practices

Abstract Objective Pediatric dog bite injuries are a major public health concern and antibiotic prophylaxis is often prescribed due to concern about the development of infection. The Infectious Diseases Society of America recommends 3‒5 days of antibiotic prophylaxis for high‐risk dog bites. The pur...

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Main Authors: Courtney Coyle, Junxin Shi, Julie C. Leonard
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2024-06-01
Series:Journal of the American College of Emergency Physicians Open
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/emp2.13210
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