Table 1.
Incidence of OR Fires
| Prep Method | Cases, n (%) | Surgical Fires, n |
|---|---|---|
| Betadine | 2932 (15.6) | 0 |
| CHG | 9607 (51) | 0 |
| Chloraprep | 6280 (33.4) | 0 |
| Total | 18819 | 0 |
CHG: chlorhexidine gluconate
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