RCT | Vaginal cleansing before unscheduled cesarean delivery did not reduce postoperative infections

Vaginal cleansing before unscheduled cesarean delivery to reduce infection: a randomized clinical trial – American Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics (link to abstract – $ for full-text)

Related studies with conflicting results:

Systematic Review: Vaginal Preparation with Antiseptics Before Cesarean Section for Preventing Postoperative Infections

Vaginal Cleansing Before Cesarean Delivery: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis – Obstetrics & Gynecology (link to abstract – $ for full-text)

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