Author/Editor		Alikadič, Nadja; Smrke, Dragica
Title		Sodobna stališča za uporabo antibiotikov pri zdravljenju kroničnih ran
Translated title		Current views on the use of antibiotics in the treatment of chronic wounds
Type		članek
Source		In: Repše S, Tršinar B, editors. Zbornik predavanj 39. podiplomskega tečaja kirurgije; 2003 okt 17-18; Ljubljana. Ljubljana: Kirurška klinika, Klinični center,
Publication year		2003
Volume		str. 19-25
Language		slo
Abstract		Successful treatment of chronic wounds requires knowledge and understanding of the various pathophysiological mechanisms that impair the healing process. Wound infection is considered to be one of the local intrinsic factors that interfere with healing and cause additional damage to surrounding tissues. An infected wound does not heal unless the infection is cured. The decision to use surgical and/or antibiotic treatment is influenced by the evaluation of local and systemic signs or symptoms of infection. Aside from antibiotics, surgical procedures, whereby the wound is cleaned thoroughly and the conditions for definitive healing are created, play a leading role in the treatment. Measures for the prevention of infection contribute to more sensible use of basic systemic antibiotics. Rational use of antibiotics can prevent the spread of infection and the development of resistant bacterial strains.
Descriptors		WOUND INFECTION ANTIBIOTICS DIABETIC FOOT