Oxidized regenerated cellulose effect on local wound infection following surgery

ABSTRACT

This controlled prospective study was carried out to investigate the potential local antibacterial activity of a local hemostatic agent, oxidized regenerated cellulose [ORC-Surgicel]. One hundred and two cases were operated upon for various indications. Selected cases were located with ORC for local haemostasis of their surgical wounds. Results were compared with a control group for bacterial counts pre- and postoperatively. Preliminary reports suggested superior local antibacterial effect whenever ORC was used