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Surgical suite reconstruction. Infection control.

R H Adams, D E Fry

    AORN Journal
    |April 1, 1984
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    Using an operating room during renovation is possible with strict safety measures. Proper ventilation and construction containment minimize surgical wound infection risks.

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    Area of Science:

    • Healthcare facility management
    • Infection control
    • Surgical safety

    Background:

    • Limited data exists on operating room (OR) safety during major renovations.
    • Increased risk of surgical site infections (SSIs) is a concern in such environments.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the infectious morbidity of surgical wounds when using an OR during renovation.
    • To determine if renovation activities increase the risk of surgical wound infections.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review on OR renovation safety.
    • Observational study monitoring wound infections in an OR undergoing renovation.
    • Implementation of strict control measures: ventilation, construction containment, housekeeping, environmental culturing, and infection surveillance.

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    Main Results:

    • Properly ventilated ORs can be used during renovation.
    • Strict adherence to control measures is crucial for safety.
    • No significant increase in surgical wound infections was observed when precautions were followed.

    Conclusions:

    • Operating room renovations can be managed safely.
    • Implementing comprehensive control strategies mitigates infection risks.
    • This approach allows for continued surgical procedures during facility upgrades.