➤ Appropriate management of blood glucose levels, oxygenation, and the temperature of
the patient reduces the risk of postoperative infection. urgical site infection is one of the most …

Background: Despite the putative advantages conferred by closed-suction drains (CSDs),
the widespread utilization of post-operative drains has been questioned due to concerns …

Background. Spinal fusion procedures are associated with a significant rate of surgical site
infection (SSI)(1%–12%). The goal of this study was to identify modifiable risk factors for …

Background: Wound drains that are left in place for a prolonged period of time have a higher
rate of bacterial contamination. Following spinal surgery, a drain is often left in place for a …

Purpose: Debridement, antibiotics, and implant retention (DAIR) is an established treatment
modality in periprosthetic joint infections (PJIs), but success rates vary. This study compared …

BACKGROUND CONTEXT: Postoperative spine infections have been reported to occur in
1% to 15% of patients and subsequently lead to significant morbidity and cost, with an …

Simple Summary Tumor prostheses are associated with a high infection risk. The main
pathogens involved in these infections include Staphylococcus spp., followed by …

Background: Closed-suction drains are frequently used following posterior spinal surgery.
The optimal timing of antibiotic discontinuation in this population may influence infection risk …

BACKGROUND Risk factors for expander reconstruction infection are well known. However,
drain use as a risk factor for the development of infection is unclear. OBJECTIVE To review a …

OBJECTIVE Closed suction drains, often used after posterior spinal surgery, pose a
potential risk of infection. To combat this risk, many surgeons opt for a prolonged …