APSIC guidelines for the prevention of surgical site infections

Author:

Ling Moi LinORCID,Apisarnthanarak Anucha,Abbas Azlina,Morikane Keita,Lee Kil Yeon,Warrier Anup,Yamada Koji

Abstract

Abstract Background The Asia Pacific Society of Infection Control (APSIC) launched the APSIC Guidelines for the Prevention of Surgical Site Infections in 2018. This document describes the guidelines and recommendations for the setting prevention of surgical site infections (SSIs). It aims to highlight practical recommendations in a concise format designed to assist healthcare facilities at Asia Pacific region in achieving high standards in preoperative, perioperative and postoperative practices. Method The guidelines were developed by an appointed workgroup comprising experts in the Asia Pacific region, following reviews of previously published guidelines and recommendations relevant to each section. Results It recommends that healthcare facilities review specific risk factors and develop effective prevention strategies, which would be cost effective at local levels. Gaps identified are best closed using a quality improvement process. Surveillance of SSIs is recommended using accepted international methodology. The timely feedback of the data analysed would help in the monitoring of effective implementation of interventions. Conclusions Healthcare facilities should aim for excellence in safe surgery practices. The implementation of evidence-based practices using a quality improvement process helps towards achieving effective and sustainable results.

Publisher

Springer Science and Business Media LLC

Subject

Pharmacology (medical),Infectious Diseases,Microbiology (medical),Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

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