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In Vivo Mouse Model of Spinal Implant Infection

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Published on: June 23, 2020

[Infections after Caesarean sections].

Hanne-Merete Eriksen¹, Anja Ramberg Saether, Hege Line Løwer

¹hmer@fhi.no Nasjonalt folkehelseinstitutt Postboks 4404 Nydalen 0403 Oslo.

Tidsskrift for Den Norske Laegeforening : Tidsskrift for Praktisk Medicin, Ny Raekke

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Surgical site infections after caesarean sections occur in about 8.3% of women. Advanced maternal age and wound contamination are key risk factors for these infections, necessitating evaluation of preventive measures.

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In Vivo Mouse Model of Spinal Implant Infection

In Vivo Mouse Model of Spinal Implant Infection

Published on: June 23, 2020

Area of Science:

Infectious Diseases
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Public Health Surveillance

Context:

The Norwegian Surveillance System for Hospital-Acquired Infections (NOIS) mandates participation from all hospitals.
Hospitals can select specific surgical procedures for surveillance, including caesarean sections.
This study focuses on surgical site infections (SSIs) following caesarean sections in Norway.

Purpose:

To determine the incidence of surgical site infections (SSIs) after caesarean sections.
To identify demographic and clinical risk factors associated with SSIs in this patient population.
To compare SSI rates in Norway with other European countries.

Summary:

A national cohort study included 3900 women undergoing caesarean sections between 2005-2007.
The overall incidence of surgical site infections was 8.3% (290 cases), with most diagnosed post-discharge.
Significant risk factors identified were maternal age over 29 years and contaminated wound class 3.

Impact:

The findings indicate that approximately 1 in 12 women develop a surgical site infection after caesarean section.
Norway's SSI incidence is lower compared to many European nations.
Hospitals are encouraged to review and enhance their infection prevention strategies for caesarean sections.