Perioperative Antibiotic Use in Diabetic Patients: A Retrospective Review of 670 Surgeries

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) has a high incidence in diabetic patients, with a reported incidence up to 21%. In severe cases of CTS, patients may undergo carpal tunnel release (CTR) surgery, which involves risk of infection and other complications. Some physicians provide prophylactic antibiotics to decrease risk of infection. Our study examines the effects of prophylactic antibiotic use, especially in a high-risk, diabetic population.

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