Surgical Site Infection, its Types & Prevention
An infection that develops at the site of surgery is known as a surgical site infection (SSI). SSIs can happen up to a year after some procedures, like knee replacements, or within 30 days following an operation. They can be minor to severe, cause healing to be delayed, or possibly result in sepsis or death. Surgical site infections (SSIs) are a common complication of surgery, affecting up to 5% of patients who undergo invasive procedures. SSI risk factors include poor hygiene, diabetes, obesity, smoking, and certain types of surgery. SSIs can be prevented by following proper surgical techniques, using appropriate antibiotics, and maintaining good hygiene before and after surgery. Types Of SSI Superficial Incisional SSI Infection occurs within 30 days of the surgical procedure. Infection involves only skin or subcutaneous tissue of the incision and at least one of the following symptoms from the superficial incision unless the wound is culture negative: 1....