Effect of Oral Preparation on Bacterial Colonization of the Pharyngeal Mucosa in Surgery of Head and Neck Cancer
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2018-09-05
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Surgical site infections are an important health indicator for hospitals and a significant
medico-economic issue.
The aim of the study is to assess the impact of chlorhexidine mouthwash performed before
surgery on the bacterial colonization of the pharyngeal mucosa.