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Section 5. Antimicrobial Prophylaxis
Antimicrobial Prophylaxis
Antimicrobial agents commonly are prescribed to prevent infections in infants and children. The efficacy of prophylactic antimicrobial agents has been documented for some conditions but is unsubstantiated for many. Prophylaxis is defined
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