| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9373453 | Journal of Pediatric Surgery | 2005 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
The risk of wound infection by classic pyloromyotomy of 2.3% is significantly increased with an open supraumbilical approach. The use of prophylactic antibiotics reduces this risk of wound infection.
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Authors
Alan P. Ladd, Shari A. Nemeth, Anna N. Kirincich, L.R. III, Scott A. Engum, Frederick J. Rescorla, Karen W. West, Thomas M. Rouse, Deborah F. Billmire, Jay L. Grosfeld,