[Hospital infection and rational antibacterial therapy in conduction of operative interventions in cardiac surgery]. 
The results of bacteriological monitoring in intensive care units of ICVS AMS of Ukraine, specializing on the treatment of patients after conduction of operation on "open heart", were analyzed.  In 1998-2001 yrs the S. Epidermidis and Enterobacter strains had constituted the most frequent causes of septic state in patients.  Experience of application of different antibacterial preparations was summarized, the main principles of their administration were formulated.  Modern approaches to the treatment and prophylaxis of purulent-septic complications were depicted.