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D’Amico R, Pifferi S, Leonetti C, Torri V, Tinazzi A, Liberati A. Effectiveness of antibiotic
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An updated meta-analysis of trials involving selective decontamination of the digestive tract (SDD) was undertaken to determine the efficacy of this controversial approach to preventing respiratory infection and reducing mortality.
