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Enf Infec Microbiol 2008; 28 (1)

Surgical site infections. From the pathogenesis to prevention

Vilar CD, García PB, Sandoval HS, Castillejos A

Language: Spanish
References: 44
Page: 24-34
PDF size: 120.00 Kb.


ABSTRACT

Surgical site infections (SSI) are a frequent adverse event in surgical patients. SSI increases the morbidity and mortality of patients, as well as healthcare costs. The genesis of this infections is a complex process, and many factors originating from the environment, the operating room, the host, the surgical procedure, and the microorganisms involved all interact in a complex way to foster the development of them. Many risk factors have been studied, but in only a few, a clear causal association with has been demonstrated. Surveillance programs can reduce SSI rates by 35% to 50%. Avoiding SSI’s and other adverse events is a top priority for hospitals, healthcare personnel and patients. Adequate perioperative antibiotic prophylaxis, perioperative normothermia, the skin preparation and a good surgical technique are key preventive measures, amongst others.


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