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Is mrsa screening done before cosmetic surgery.?
7 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Speak to surgeon: Some may, but many probably do not. You can ask for a culture of the nasal passages if you want one.
Answered 8/28/2012
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No : Mrsa is everywhere, there is a nasal swab changes are no one does this prior to cosmetic surgey.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Not Usually.: Unless there is a “special case” situation, for example based on a past medical history, routine MRSA screening is usually not performed.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Not usually: ...But if you have had a previous MRSA infection yourself, or a member of your family has, or you work in a hospital - then remind your surgeon about this, and extra precautions can be taken.
Answered 6/10/2014
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