Surgical site infections.
نویسنده
چکیده
Surgical site infections (SSIs) lead to adverse patient outcomes, including prolonged hospitalization and death. Wound contamination occurs with each incision, but proven strategies exist to decrease the risk of SSIs. In particular, improved adherence to evidence-based preventative measures related to appropriate antimicrobial prophylaxis can decrease the rate of SSI. Aggressive surgical debridement and effective antimicrobial therapy are needed to optimize the treatment of SSIs.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Infectious disease clinics of North America
دوره 25 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2011