surgical site infection Archives

post-op gynecological peptostreptococcus infection

Postoperative Gynecological Infection Due to Peptostreptococcus

Peptostreptococcus species are obligate anaerobic, Gram-positive cocci that are part of the normal flora in the vagina, gastrointestinal tract, and oral cavity. Despite their commensal…

post-op gynecological infection due to e. coli

Diseases P

Postoperative Gynecological Infection Due to E. coli

Escherichia coli (E. coli) is a common Gram-negative bacillus that resides in the lower gastrointestinal tract. While most strains are non-pathogenic in their natural habitat,…

post-op gynecologic infection due to streptococcus

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Postoperative Gynecologic Infection Due to Streptococcus

Streptococcus species represent a significant cause of postoperative gynecologic infections, particularly after procedures involving the uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, and adjacent pelvic structures. Group A…

post-op gynecologic infection due to porphyromonas

Diseases P

Postoperative Gynecologic Infection Due to Porphyromonas

Postoperative gynecologic infections are significant complications following pelvic surgeries, such as hysterectomies, cesarean sections, and laparoscopic procedures. Anaerobic bacteria, including the Porphyromonas genus—particularly Porphyromonas asaccharolytica…

post-op gynecologic infection due to bacteroides

Diseases P

Postoperative Gynecologic Infection Due to Bacteroides

Postoperative gynecologic infections are serious complications that can arise after procedures such as hysterectomy, cesarean delivery, myomectomy, or laparoscopic pelvic surgeries. One of the most…

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Open Heart Surgery Infection Prevention

Open heart surgery, a critical life-saving procedure, inherently carries the risk of surgical site infections (SSIs) and other healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). The sternotomy incision, prolonged…

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colorectal perioperative infection

Colorectal perioperative infections present a significant challenge in surgical care, often leading to increased patient morbidity, prolonged hospital stays, and escalated healthcare costs. Understanding the…

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Cesarean section infection prevention

Cesarean section (C-section) is a critical surgical procedure often performed to ensure the safety of the mother and baby during childbirth. However, like any surgical…