The Effect of Door Openings on Numbers of Colony Forming Units in the Operating Room during Hip Revision Surgery.

abstract：:Hospital-acquired infections, sepsis, and critically ill patients cost the healthcare system billions of dollars every year. Many factors contribute to these problems, and the remedies are multifactorial. Education is an important component in resolving many of the issues related to better combating the economic, soci...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Chipman JG,Rosengart MR,Issa N,O'Neill PJ,Upperman JS

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:With high morbidity and potentially devastating consequences, surgical site infections (SSIs) after cardiac surgery add substantially to the healthcare burden. Inhibiting migration of skin microbes is likely to reduce contamination of the surgical incision by endogenous potential pathogens. We studied the ef...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Dohmen PM,Weymann A,Holinski S,Linneweber J,Geyer T,Konertz W

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The designation "gram-positive bacillus" includes a variety of pleomorphic microorganisms, including diphtheroids, coryneform species, coccobacilli, and other small rods. Despite differing greatly in their virulence, sources, and even genus, these microscopically similar organisms are often difficult to diff...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Clarke TM,Citron DM,Towfigh S

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is a common complication of critical illness among surgical and trauma patients. Inappropriate empiric treatment of VAP increases the mortality rate. The rates of Pseudomonas aeruginosa (PA) VAP susceptibility to doripenem (DOR) are higher than those to imipenem-cilastat...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Zilberberg MD,Mody SH,Chen J,Shorr AF

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) in the post-operative period is challenging. Its clinical manifestations may have similarities to other septic, thoracic, or gastrointestinal post-surgical complications. Additionally, the post-operative period may be a time of incre...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Moliere S,Veillon F

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bacterial infections are a well-known complication of traumatic amputations. In cases involving contact with soil or water contaminated with manure, one also must be aware of infections with fungi, particularly Scedosporium spp. We report on an immunocompetent trauma patient with an infection caused by a rec...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Kooijman CM,Kampinga GA,de Hoog GS,Goudswaard WB,Reijnen MM

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Multi-drug resistant (MDR) organisms in intensive care units (ICUs) are a growing concern. The emergence of several infections with MDR Acinetobacter baumannii prompted a review of cases and evaluation of the efficacy of intervention. OBJECTIVE:To determine the rate of clinical cure, the incidence of drug r...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Trottier V,Namias N,Pust DG,Nuwayhid Z,Manning R,Marttos AC Jr,Dunham MB,Schulman CI,McKenney MG

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Antibiotics are important in the prophylaxis and treatment of surgical infections as well as in the management of nosocomial infections acquired postoperatively in surgical patients. Surgeons encounter a range of infectious conditions, including established single-pathogen infections of soft tissues, polymicrobial int...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Fry DE

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection rarely penetrates both skull and dura with temporalis muscle abscess formation. METHODS:Case report and review of the literature. RESULTS:A non-immunocompromised female patient with a right temporal mass underwent surgical resection. The tubercular abscess extended from...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Yan JL,Wei KC

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Six hours from injury to washout is considered the gold standard in the treatment of open traumatic fractures. Despite this being our hospital policy, the rural nature of our Level I trauma center causes delays in discovery and transport, creating a unique randomization of time to washout. We hypothesized th...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Schlitzkus LL,Goettler CE,Waibel BH,Sagraves SG,Hasty CC,Edwards M,Rotondo MF

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Daptomycin is used increasingly to treat prosthetic joint infection (PJI). A possible side effect of this drug is eosinophilic pneumonia. We describe two patients with PJI treated with daptomycin who had this side effect with different clinical presentations. METHODS:Case reports and review of the literatur...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Yusuf E,Perrottet N,Orasch C,Borens O,Trampuz A

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Superficial surgical site infection (SSI) can be caused by bacterial invasion during surgery. We investigated whether bacteria are found at the wound margin during surgery and whether a wound protector (WP; Alexis® Wound Retractor; Applied Medical, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA) contributes to preventing invasi...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Horiuchi T,Tanishima H,Tamagawa K,Sakaguchi S,Shono Y,Tsubakihara H,Tabuse K,Kinoshita Y

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with necrotizing soft tissue infections (NSTIs) require prompt surgical debridement, appropriate intravenous antibiotics, and intensive support. Despite aggressive treatment, their mortality and morbidity rates remain high. The benefit of hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) as an adjunctive treatment is controv...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： George ME,Rueth NM,Skarda DE,Chipman JG,Quickel RR,Beilman GJ

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: Within the United States, surgical site infections (SSIs) have now become the most common hospital-acquired infection and impact 2%-5% of all surgical patients. It is estimated that approximately 60% of SSIs could be prevented through improved adherence to pre-...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Collins CR,Wick EC

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: The greatest burden of sepsis- and septic shock-related morbidity and mortality is in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Accurate tracking of incidence and outcomes of patients in LMICs with sepsis has been limited by changing definitions, lack of diagno...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Stephen AH,Montoya RL,Aluisio AR

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Metal implants are used frequently in orthopedic procedures and the occurrence of subclinical low-virulence infection is difficult to diagnose. The objective of this study was to examine the hypothesis that peri-prosthetic subclinical infections may be diagnosed effectively in a murine model system using sci...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Teixeira LE,Soares GG,Teixeira HC,Takenaka IK,Diniz SO,de Andrade MA,Cardoso VN,de Araújo ID

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: Catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) are associated with urinary catheterization. Up to 25% of hospitalized patients may be catheterized during their stay. Urethral catheters are necessary as part of many urologic procedures, but the removal of...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Chialastri P,Mueller T

更新日期：2020-10-22 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: Fungal isolates from peritoneal fluid sampling in patients with perforated peptic ulcer (PPU) is not uncommon and its management unclear. This study aims to evaluate whether the presence of fungus in peritoneal fluid cultures is a predictor of morbidity and mor...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Kwan JR,Lim M,Ng F,Shelat V

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Implant infection is a common clinical complication of abdominal hernia repair. Our objectives were to determine if acellular dermal matrix (ADM) grafts resisted Staphylococcus aureus infection better (as measured by ability to reduce or clear bacterial counts) than synthetic (polytetrafluoroethylene [PTFE])...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Milburn ML,Holton LH,Chung TL,Li EN,Bochicchio GV,Goldberg NH,Silverman RP

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Selection of a pre-operative hand antisepsis agent has not been studied in relation to surgical site infection (SSI) culture data. In our hospital, we introduced an alcohol-based hand rub (ABR) in 2012 as an alternative to traditional aqueous surgical scrubs (TSS). It was the goal of this study to review any...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Oriel BS,Chen Q,Wong K,Itani KMF

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Deep sternal incisional surgical site infection is a serious and potentially life-threatening complication after open heart surgery. Although a rare post-operative complication, the rates of post-operative morbidity and mortality are greater in patients who develop a deep sternal incisional surgical site inf...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Shih YJ,Chang SC,Wang CH,Dai NT,Chen SG,Chen TM,Tzeng YS

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND AND AIM:Infection or bleeding after transrectal prostate biopsy remains a concern of both patients and urologists. We explored the risk of association of certain co-morbidities with both complications. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Using the Taiwan National Health Insurance Research Database, we identified patients ...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Lin SL,Lin CT,Huang WT,Jou YC,Tzai TS,Tsai YS

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Accurate diagnosis and initial management of skin and soft tissue infections (SSTIs) are essential to providing adequate care to patients. Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is one of the leading causes of SSTIs, and surgeons and other healthcare providers should assess these infections caref...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Sawyer RG

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:An untreated hand infection can lead rapidly to tissue destruction and permanent disability. METHODS:Review of the pertinent English literature. RESULTS:Early diagnosis and timely, effective intervention is crucial to treatment. Anatomically, the hand consists of multiple potential spaces and tissue planes...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Spann M,Talmor M,Nolan WB

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS) is caused by an overwhelming, uncontrolled systemic inflammatory response that is activated by a number of hostile stimuli including sepsis, hypovolemic shock, and severe trauma resulting in massive tissue injury. The indiscriminate activation of the inflammatory response due...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Maier RV

更新日期：2000-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gentamicin is used commonly as an empiric antibiotic prior to culture evidence in the treatment of ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) in surgical patients. METHODS:The published literature on the use of gentamicin for empiric therapy in VAP was reviewed and in combination with the author's personal exper...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Byrnes M,Dorman R

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: Surgical site infections (SSIs) are recognized complications of surgical procedures. Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) colonization increases the likelihood of developing SSIs. Decolonization of MRSA has been shown to reduce post-operative SSIs...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Nusair AR,El Nekidy WS,Reynolds L,Evans D,El-Lababidi R,Alatoom A

更新日期：2020-05-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ceftaroline fosamil is a novel cephalosporin approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) for treatment of acute bacterial skin and skin structure infection, including those caused by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). We evaluated the activity of ceftaroline and compa...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Sader HS,Farrell DJ,Flamm RK,Jones RN

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Invasive mucormycosis or aspergillosis is a life-threatening infection. The disease typically occurs in immunocompromised patients (e.g., those with diabetes mellitus or burns) but is rarely serious in otherwise-healthy young trauma patients. METHODS:Case report and literature review. RESULTS:A previously-...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Radowsky JS,Strawn AA,Sherwood J,Braden A,Liston W

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cefazolin remains the preferred preoperative antibiotic for the majority of surgical procedures. However, outcome evidence supporting current dosing recommendations for pre-operative prophylaxis is scarce, particularly for obese patients. With more than 33% of adults in the United States classified as obese,...

journal_title：Surgical infections

authors： Unger NR,Stein BJ

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00