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>I have gotten different views on this subject.  Should we be giving
>Amoxy post op for possibility of infection or is that only given if
>there are signs of infection?  I have had comments on both sides.  If
>anyone has the correct answer please let me know.  Does anyone know what
>Dr. Williams does post surgery?  Any light shed to this situation would
>be appreciated.  Thanks
 
I give antibiotics post-op for the majority of abdominal surgeries (not
spays), but rarely for most other types of surgeries.  It really depends
on the individual case and the surgeon's preference.
 
Dr. Ruth
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[Posted in FML issue 4126]