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Risk factors for coagulase-negative staphylococcal surgical site infections
Cynthia Nguyen1, Amanda Brown1, Alison Lew1
1https://ror.org/0076kfe04The University of Chicago Medicine, USA.
Epidemiology and Infection
|November 24, 2025
Summary
This study identified risk factors for coagulase-negative staphylococcal (CoNS) surgical site infections (SSI). Male sex and respiratory conditions like asthma or COPD increase CoNS SSI risk, while colon surgery may reduce it.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Surgical Outcomes
- Microbiology
Background:
- Surgical site infections (SSI) pose a significant threat to patient recovery.
- Coagulase-negative staphylococci (CoNS) are common pathogens in SSIs.
- Identifying specific risk factors for CoNS SSI is crucial for prevention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the risk factors associated with CoNS SSI.
- To inform targeted prevention strategies for CoNS SSIs.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of patient data.
- Statistical evaluation to identify significant risk factors.
Main Results:
- Male sex was identified as a risk factor for CoNS SSI.
- Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) were associated with increased CoNS SSI risk.
- Colon surgery demonstrated a reduced risk of CoNS SSI.
Conclusions:
- Specific patient demographics and comorbidities are linked to CoNS SSI.
- Surgical site selection may influence the risk of CoNS SSI.
- Further research can optimize CoNS SSI prevention protocols.
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