Systemic antibiotics are indicated for any MWD with moderate or severe wounds. Wound cultures are indicated at admission if the patient presents with a dirty/infected wound, if obvious infection develops during any phase of wound management, if the wound fails to heal normally, or if systemic signs of infection develop. Continue antibiotics for a minimum of 7 days (See Table 20).
Table 20. Antibiotic Selection and Dosing for MWDs