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Prevalence of Surgical Site Infections in General Surgery Patients: A Cross‐Sectional Study

Vijay Sidhaling Shivpuje, Mahesh Chandrapal Talpallikar, Laxman S. Ahirsang and Nikita Mahesh Talpallikar
Page: 108-112 | Received 12 Oct 2023, Published online: 30 Oct 2023

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Abstract

Surgical site infections (SSIs) pose significant morbidity and mortality risks in postoperative patients and are a major concern in general surgery. Understanding the prevalence of SSIs is crucial for improving surgical practices and patient care protocols. This study aims to assess the prevalence of SSIs among patients who underwent general surgical procedures and to identify associated risk factors and outcomes. In a cross‐sectional study, 200 patients who underwent various general surgical procedures at a single center were retrospectively analyzed. Data were collected on patient demographics, type of surgery, operative time, and postoperative care. SSIs were identified according to the criteria set by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Statistical analyses were performed to determine the prevalence and to evaluate potential risk factors for SSIs. The results section will present the prevalence of SSIs in the study population, characterize the nature of these infections and identify any significant correlations between patient or surgical variables and the occurrence of SSIs. This study is expected to provide a snapshot of the SSI burden in the context of general surgery, highlighting areas for potential intervention and improvement in surgical and postoperative care practices.

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Vijay Sidhaling Shivpuje, Mahesh Chandrapal Talpallikar, Laxman S. Ahirsang and Nikita Mahesh Talpallikar. Prevalence of Surgical Site Infections in General Surgery Patients: A Cross‐Sectional Study.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makrjms.2024.1.108.112
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.59218/makrjms.2024.1.108.112