Patient engagement with surgical site infection prevention: an expert panel perspective

Patient engagement with surgical site infection prevention: an expert panel perspective

Abstract Despite remarkable developments in the use of surgical techniques, ergonomic advancements in the operating room, and implementation of bundles, surgical site infections (SSIs) remain a substantial burden, associated with increased morbidity, mortality and healthcare costs. National and inte...

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Main Authors: E. Tartari, V. Weterings, P. Gastmeier, J. Rodríguez Baño, A. Widmer, J. Kluytmans, A. Voss
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-05-01
Series:Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control
Subjects:
Surgical site infection
Surgical wound infection
Patient participation
Empowered patient
Patient involvement
Patient education
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13756-017-0202-3

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