The infection can be further complicated by thromboembolic events or coagulopathy. Slide 23 Health service factors also affect the development of postpartum sepsis, especially regarding the availability of drugs and blood to treat the patient and adequately trained personnel to administer treatments. Slide 26 Give broad spectrum antibiotics and remember that route and adequate duration are essential. Slide 28 Broad spectrum regimens are essential. 24 hour dosing of gentamicin is effective, and is also cheaper.
Prevention is the best way to deal with infection.
Clean delivery is important. All rights reserved.