Surgical Site Infections
Abstract
Background: Surgical Site Infections (SSIs) cause most of the illnesses linked to healthcare. Also, it's a big reason why people get sick after surgery, have to stay in the hospital longer, and need more expensive medical care. Even though surgery and ways to avoid getting infections have gotten better, SSIs are still an issue of concern, especially in poor countries. Materials and Methods: At a territory care hospital, this retrospective observational study was done over the course of one year, from January 2025 to December 2025. Medical records of 100 patients were reviewed who had clean or clean-contaminated operations was made. Data were retrieved regarding demographic characteristics, comorbidities, type and duration of surgery, antibiotic prophylaxis as well as post-operative outcomes. SSI were diagnosed and graded according to the criteria established by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Statistical analysis was done by SPSS and a p
Fields of Study & Subjects
Surgical site infection prevention
Orthopedic Infections and Treatments
Infection Control in Healthcare
Publication details
- Journal / source
- International Journal of Current Pharmaceutical Review and Research
- Volume
- 18
- Issue
- 02
- Publication date
- 22 February 2026
- Language
- EN