Manual removal of the placenta
Prophylaxis not routinely indicated.
NB: There is insufficient evidence for or against use of prophylactic antibiotics for manual removal of the placenta.
| Regimen(s) of Choice See General Principles and Pre-Op Antibiotic Administration and Intraoperative Antibiotic Administration | ||
|---|---|---|
| If complicated removal, optional: |
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| [ Cefazolin | 2g IV | x 1 pre-op dose |
| or | ||
| Cephalexin] | 1g PO | x 1 pre-op dose |
| + | ||
| Metronidazole | 500mg PO | x 1 pre-op dose |