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Wound infection after caesarean section.

B R Moir-Bussy, R M Hutton, J R Thompson

    The Journal of Hospital Infection
    |December 1, 1984
    PubMed
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    A prospective study found 6.0% of patients developed wound infections after caesarean sections. Infected wounds led to longer hospital stays and were linked to factors like obesity and operative procedures.

    Area of Science:

    • Obstetrics and Gynecology
    • Infectious Disease Epidemiology

    Background:

    • Caesarean section is a common surgical procedure worldwide.
    • Wound infections are a significant complication following caesarean sections, impacting patient recovery and healthcare costs.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To prospectively determine the incidence of surgical site infections after caesarean section.
    • To identify risk factors associated with wound infection in this patient population.

    Main Methods:

    • A prospective incidence study conducted across 31 centers in England and Wales.
    • Involved 2370 patients undergoing caesarean section.
    • Defined wound infection based on clinical and microbiological evidence.

    Main Results:

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    • The overall incidence of wound infection was 6.0% (141 patients).
    • If all inflamed wounds were cultured, the estimated infection rate would be 14.0%.
    • Patients with infected wounds experienced an average increase of 2.4 hospital days.
    • Identified risk factors included hospital size, patient obesity, prolonged labor, multiple vaginal examinations, and specific operative procedures.

    Conclusions:

    • Wound infection is a notable complication of caesarean section with significant resource implications.
    • Several patient and procedural factors contribute to the risk of developing wound infections.
    • Further research into preventative strategies targeting identified risk factors is warranted.