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Kamel C, McGahan L, Mierzwinski-Urban M, et al. Preoperative Skin Antiseptic Preparations and Application Techniques for Preventing Surgical Site Infections: A Systematic Review of the Clinical Evidence and Guidelines [Internet]. Ottawa (ON): Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health; 2011 Jun.

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Preoperative Skin Antiseptic Preparations and Application Techniques for Preventing Surgical Site Infections: A Systematic Review of the Clinical Evidence and Guidelines [Internet].

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Available evidence suggests that preoperative antiseptic showers are effective in the reduction of skin flora. The method of antiseptic application is inconsequential, but the antiseptic of choice is inconclusive.

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