Prophylactic Antibiotics in a Penetrating Traumatic Brain Injury
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Description
Traumatic brain injury and antibiotic prophylaxis recommendations lack clear guidance on which agents should be utilized. Some institutions recommend cefazolin or clindamycin monotherapy vs possible addition of metronidazole if organic material was present at the time of injury. This case helps highlight potential organisms that should be considered for coverage in a traumatic brain injury. The goal would be to continue to evaluate an outline for appropriate antibiotic guidance for penetrating traumatic brain injuries.
Publication Date
5-9-2025
Disciplines
Internal Medicine
Recommended Citation
FitzGerald K, Morillas J. Prophylactic antibiotics in a penetrating traumatic brain injury. Presented at: Research Day Corewell Health West; 2025 May 9; Grand Rapids, MI.
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2025 Research Day Corewell Health West, Grand Rapids, MI, May 9, 2025. Abstract 1663