Name of the Procedure:

Injection, cefotetan disodium, 500 mg

• Common Name: Cefotetan Injection
• Technical Term: Injection, cefotetan disodium, 500 mg (HCPCS Code: S0074)

Summary

This procedure involves the administration of cefotetan disodium, an antibiotic, via injection. It combats bacterial infections by preventing bacterial cell wall synthesis, leading to the eradication of the infection.

Purpose

• Medical Conditions: Used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, respiratory tract infections, skin infections, abdominal infections, and gynecological infections.
• Goals/Outcomes: The main goal is to eliminate the bacterial infection, reduce symptoms, and prevent the spread of the infection to other body parts.

Indications

• Specific bacterial infections diagnosed through clinical evaluation and confirmed by lab tests.
• Symptoms such as fever, pain, redness, swelling, and other signs of bacterial infection.
• Suitable for patients who can tolerate injectable medications and are not allergic to cefotetan.

Preparation

• Pre-procedure Instructions: Inform your doctor about any allergies, current medications, and existing medical conditions.
• Diagnostic Tests: Blood tests, cultures, or imaging studies might be required to confirm the infection and assess kidney function.

Procedure Description

1. Step-by-Step:
   • The healthcare professional will clean the injection site with an antiseptic.
   • Cefotetan disodium is drawn into a sterile syringe.
   • The needle is inserted into a large muscle (usually the buttocks or thigh) or an IV catheter.
   • The medication is injected slowly to minimize discomfort.
2. Tools/Equipment: Syringe, needle, sterile antiseptic wipes.
3. Anesthesia/Sedation: Not typically required. Local numbing cream can be used for patient comfort.

Duration

The injection procedure typically takes about 5-10 minutes.

Setting

• Usually performed in a hospital, outpatient clinic, or doctor's office.

Personnel

• Administered by a nurse or physician with appropriate training in injection techniques.

Risks and Complications

• Common Risks: Pain at the injection site, redness, swelling.
• Rare Risks: Allergic reactions, which may include rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, and trouble breathing.
• Management: Follow-up with healthcare provider if severe or unusual symptoms occur; emergency care for allergic reactions.

Benefits

• Expected Benefits: Rapid improvement of infection symptoms, prevention of infection spread.
• Realization Time: Symptoms start to improve within a few days of the injection.

Recovery

• Post-procedure Care: Monitor the injection site for signs of infection, follow prescribed antibiotic course.
• Recovery Time: Usually immediate; minor discomfort at the injection site may last a day.
• Restrictions/Follow-up: Follow-up appointments as recommended by your healthcare provider for reassessment.

Alternatives

• Other Options: Oral antibiotics, other forms of injectable antibiotics.
• Pros/Cons:
  • Oral antibiotics are less invasive but may not be as effective or quick-acting.
  • Other injectable antibiotics may be considered if there's an allergy to cefotetan.

Patient Experience

• During: A brief pinch or sting at the injection site.
• After:
  • Mild soreness at the injection site.
  • Pain management: Over-the-counter pain relievers and applying a warm compress to the injection site can help alleviate discomfort.