Nov. 2, 2004 (Washington) — An oropharyngeal preparation of chlorhexidine can prevent patients from contracting ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP), according to a team of Dutch investigators who ...

More than 1 million U.S. women deliver their babies via cesarean section every year, putting them at risk for surgical site infections. A new study from Washington University School of Medicine in St.

Chlorhexidine (Stel Prep) is a chemical antiseptic, prescribed for gingivitis, cleansing skin and wound areas. It decreases the amount of bacteria in the mouth. The information provided on this page ...

Chlorhexidine-alcohol skin prep is superior to iodine-alcohol for preventing infection after C-section, according to a new study. Rather than prepping patients with iodine-alcohol -- a common ...

February 22, 2011 (San Diego, California) — A preoperative cutaneous chlorhexidine protocol should be used for infection prevention in patients scheduled for total joint arthroplasty, researchers ...

3M Health Care today announced the publication of a new independent study "Effects of Preoperative Skin Preparation on Postoperative Wound Infection Rates: A Prospective Study of 3 Skin Preparation ...

Chlorhexidine is sold as topical solutions, washes, sponges, and swabs. This antiseptic may be used to decrease dental plaque and prevent gingivitis. Using chlorhexidine may lead to an allergic ...

Chlorhexidine (Hexiprep) is a chemical antiseptic, prescribed for gingivitis, cleansing skin and wound areas. It decreases the amount of bacteria in the mouth. The information provided on this page is ...