Surgical Site Infections
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Ertapenem slashes surgical site infections in carriers of ESBL-producing bacteria
MADRID – The single, targeted antibiotic was significantly more effective that routine presurgical prophylaxis for this group.
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Robotic approach falls short for sleeve gastrectomy
SEATTLE – Climbing the learning curve
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Enhanced recovery led to fewer complications for major oncologic procedures
CHICAGO – A study has found that enhanced recovery protocols are safe and feasible in major abdominal operations beyond colorectal surgery.
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Complication rates rise after decline in uterine fibroid morcellation
The increased rate of open abdominal hysterectomies for the treatment of uterine fibroids is associated with an increased rate of major...
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How complications drive post-surgery spending upward
JACKSONVILLE, FLA. – Hospitals should look at reducing complications following surgery to contain costs.
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Wound protectors lower risk of surgical site infections
Dual-ring wound protectors are one means of preventing surgical site infections.
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Smokers face higher infection risk after hernia operations
Findings support encouraging smoking cession prior to procedures, says surgeon who requires patients to quit at least 3 months ahead.
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Bile spillage during lap cholecystectomy comes with a price
Bile spillage raises infection risks in gallbladder surgery patients.
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No clear winner in Pfannenstiel vs. vertical incision for high BMI cesareans
DALLAS – Low enrollment proved a challenge, since women preferred to choose their incision type.
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Prehospital antibiotics improved some aspects of sepsis care
SAN ANTONIO – EMS personnel in the Netherlands received training that resulted in them being able to recognize sepsis more quickly.
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Preoperative penicillin allergy tests could decrease SSI
Patients who report penicillin allergies are at higher risk for surgical site infections.