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Postsurgical tetanus.

Shayesta Dhalla
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The incidence of tetanus declined dramatically in the 20th century owing to routine vaccination and prompt attention to wound care. Postsurgical tetanus is uncommon, with both exogenous and endogenous sources being responsible for disease. The majority of cases of postoperative tetanus have been observed after intra-abdominal surgery. Those at high risk for developing tetanus include immigrants, the elderly, injection drug users, patients with diabetes and people of Hispanic ethnicity. Although most patients with tetanus can recover if managed appropriately, prevention through active and passive immunization is the main goal. This paper reviews postsurgical tetanus and provides an approach to its prevention and treatment.

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Shayesta Dhalla. 2004. Postsurgical tetanus.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15540694/

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