Diagnosis and Management of Surgical Site Infections: Narrative Review
Abdulrahman Zaki Mutyi Alsharari *
Bariatric Center, King Abdulaziz Specialist Hospital, Aljouf, Saudi Arabia.
Wadad Mtharad A. Alruwaili
Jouf University , Saudi Arabia.
Hanan Essam M. Saba
Jouf University , Saudi Arabia.
Nujud Menwer R. Alanazi
Jouf University , Saudi Arabia.
Afkar Bader M. Alkhaldi
Jouf University , Saudi Arabia.
Mariyah Mohammed M. Alruwaili
Jouf University , Saudi Arabia.
Maryam Bakr H. Alhumud
Jouf University , Saudi Arabia.
Lubna Abdulrazaq Z. Alfaleh
Jouf University , Saudi Arabia.
Farah Faisal R. Bakri
Jouf University , Saudi Arabia.
Shaima Naif M. Alsharari
Jouf University , Saudi Arabia.
Ahmed Musleh H. Alhajouj
King Khaled Hospital, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Infection of the wound after surgery is a regular occurrence. Wound infection is a complicated process that involves a molecular interplay between numerous biological processes. Wound infections are associated with a high rate of morbidity and mortality. Surgical site infections are a common surgical complication that affects approximately 3%-6% of all surgical procedures according to different studies. Surgical site infections (SSIs) cause negative consequences in patients, such as prolonged hospitalization and mortality. Each incision causes wound contamination, however there are established techniques to reduce the incidence of SSI. Improved adherence to evidence-based preventative strategies such as adequate antibiotic prophylaxis, in particular, can help to reduce the rate of SSI. The sort of procedure used determines the correct diagnosis of SSI. Early detection, on the other hand, is critical for good management of all surgical operations. Consistent antibiotic therapy, wound drainage, and, if necessary, vigorous wound debridement are all part of the treatment for SSI. Following that, wound management is determined by the location and nature of the infection.
This study aims to: Diagnosis and Management of Surgical Site Infections. In this review we will be looking at surgical site infections epidemiology, etiology, diagnosis and management.
Keywords: Surgical site infections, diagnosis, management, review