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Skin and soft-tissue infections are extremely common, and recurrence rates are high. Although such infections are generally not associated with severe complications, they consume a sizable proportion of healthcare resources. In a recent retrospective analysis conducted at a Denver hospital, researchers examined whether a guideline for managing cellulitis and skin abscess could decrease the use of both antibiotics and resources without adversely affecting outcomes.
The researchers compared treatment and outcomes during 1-year periods before and after guideline implementation. The baseline cohort totaled 169 patients (66 with cellulitis, 103 with abscess); the intervention cohort, 175 patients (82 with cellulitis, 93 with abscess).
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