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Short Antibiotic Courses Noninferior After Orthopedic Infections, Trial Finds

Short Antibiotic Courses Noninferior After Orthopedic Infections, Trial Finds

A randomized trial reported by Cidrap found that seven days or fewer of postoperative antibiotics were noninferior to traditional four-week regimens for orthopedic infections. The findings suggest shorter courses may be effective while reducing antibiotic exposure and potential side effects.

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Shorter course of antibiotics found noninferior for orthopedic surgery patients