Does the agent used for skin preparation prior to surgery have an impact on the rate of surgical site infection (SSI)? The authors conducted a meta-analysis of published data comparing chlorhexidine ...

Chlorhexidine is a strong antiseptic used for cleaning skin before surgery or injections. It is also used to treat oral conditions, such as dry socket, gingivitis, and periodontal disease. Using ...

Two Articles published Online First by The Lancet suggest that cleansing of the umbilical cord during and after birth could reduce sepsis and mortality in babies in resource-poor countries. In the ...

Becton, Dickinson and Company announced a voluntary recall for ChloraPrep 3 mL applicators in Guam and other territories after the company found the applicator may develop fungal contamination when it ...