There is some evidence that bundled interventions can reduce SSIs. However, more
research should be done evaluating the effectiveness of these interventions. Future studies …

Objective: To determine if an evidence-based practice bundle would result in a significantly
lower rate of surgical site infections (SSIs) when compared with standard practice. Design …

Background Care bundles are used widely to prevent surgical-site infections (SSIs). Recent
systematic reviews suggested larger effects from bundles with more interventions. These …

Background: Surgical site infections (SSIs) portend high patient morbidity and mortality.
Although evidence-based clinical interventions can reduce SSIs, they are not reliably …

Abstract Aim Surgical site infections (SSIs) are common healthcare associated infections
with serious consequences for patients and healthcare organisations. It is critical that …

Background: Surgical-site infections (SSIs) can be catastrophic. Bundles of evidence-based
practices can reduce SSIs but can be difficult to implement and sustain. Objective: We …

Background Surgical Site Infections (SSI) are relatively frequent complications after
colorectal surgery and are associated with substantial morbidity and mortality. Objective …

Evidence update on prevention of surgical site infection : Current Opinion in Infectious
Diseases Evidence update on prevention of surgical site infection : Current Opinion in …

Abstract Purpose of Review Surgical site infections are healthcare-associated infections that
cause significant morbidity and mortality. Best practices in prevention of these infections are …

Objectives: It is estimated that healthcare associated infections (HAI) account for 1.7 million
infections and 99,000 associated deaths each year, with annual direct medical costs of up to …