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Juan J Arenal1, Agustín Martínez2, María V Maderuelo3
1Department of Surgery, Hospital Recoletas Campo Grande, Valladolid, Spain; Department of Surgery, University Hospital Rio Hortega, Valladolid, Spain.
Le Infezioni in Medicina
|December 25, 2016
Summary
A wound protection system significantly reduced surgical site infections in colorectal surgery patients. The Alexis retractor shows promise for routine use, lowering infection rates after colectomy.
Area of Science:
- Colorectal Surgery
- Surgical Site Infections
- Medical Devices
Background:
- Surgical site infection (SSI) is a significant complication in colorectal surgery.
- Effective preventative measures are crucial for improving patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of a wound protection system in reducing SSI incidence after colorectal resection.
- To assess the impact of the Alexis Wound Retractor on postoperative wound infections.
Main Methods:
- A prospective study involving 95 consecutive patients undergoing colorectal resection by a single surgeon.
- Utilized the Alexis Wound Retractor in all cases, with 44% of resections performed laparoscopically.
- Data collected on patient demographics, surgical procedures, and postoperative outcomes.
Main Results:
- Only one patient (1%) developed a wound infection, a significantly reduced incidence.
- The median postoperative hospital stay was eight days.
- Six patients required re-operation for various complications, unrelated to wound infection.
Conclusions:
- The Alexis Wound Retractor appears effective in minimizing surgical site infections following colorectal surgery.
- Routine use of this wound protection system is recommended to decrease postoperative wound infection rates.
