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Post operative and surgical site infections

Post operative and surgical site infections

  • What Are Post-Operative and Surgical Site Infections (SSIs)?

    • Infections that occur after a surgical procedure, affecting the part of the body where the surgery took place.
    • Can involve the skin, tissues under the skin, organs, or implanted materials.
    • SSIs can develop within 30 days of surgery or up to a year if an implant is involved.

  • Types of SSIs

    • Superficial Incisional SSI: Affects the skin and subcutaneous tissue around the incision.
    • Deep Incisional SSI: Involves deeper tissues, such as muscles and fascia.
    • Organ/Space SSI: Occurs in any part of the body other than the incision, such as the organs or body spaces accessed during surgery.

  • Why Are SSIs a Concern?

    • Can lead to serious complications, including prolonged hospital stays, additional surgeries, and increased healthcare costs.
    • Symptoms may include redness, swelling, pain, fever, and discharge from the surgical site.
    • In severe cases, SSIs can lead to systemic infections, sepsis, or organ failure.

  • How Do SSIs Occur?

    • Caused by bacteria, fungi, or other microorganisms entering the body during or after surgery.
    • Risk factors include poor surgical techniques, compromised immune systems, prolonged surgeries, or improper wound care.
    • Patients with chronic conditions like diabetes or obesity are at higher risk.

  • Prevention and Care at Niramya Health Hospital

    • Strict adherence to sterile techniques and infection control measures during surgery.
    • Preoperative skin cleansing, use of prophylactic antibiotics, and proper surgical attire for medical staff.
    • Postoperative care, including monitoring the surgical site for signs of infection and educating patients on wound care.