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Review
. 2016 Dec;30(4):909-929.
doi: 10.1016/j.idc.2016.07.010.

Surgical Site Infections: An Update

Bronwen H Garner  1 , Deverick J Anderson  2
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Surgical Site Infections: An Update

Bronwen H Garner et al. Infect Dis Clin North Am. 2016 Dec.

Abstract

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 SSI. 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 SSI.

Keywords: Health care–acquired infection; Outcome; Prevention; Risk; Surgical site infection.

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