Journal of Perioperative Medicine
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Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Bacha Khan University, Charsadda, Pakistan

Publications

• Research Article   
  Frequency of Surgical Site Infection among Patients Undergoing Caesarean Section Receiving Care-Bundle Approach
  Author(s): Megan John*
  
  Background: Surgical Site Infection (SSI) prevention is a worldwide priority. According to estimates, adopting evidence-based guidelines can avoid up to 60% of surgical site infections. Main component of this prevention is use of care-bundle approach. Objective: To determine the frequency of SSI among patients undergoing caesarean section receiving care-bundle approach. Methodology: A prospective cohort study was carried out at department of obstetrics and gynecology, Fauji Foundation Hospital, Rawalpindi, Pakistan from 1st January 2024 to 31st May 2024. 500 women aged between 18-35 years admitted for both emergency and elective caesarean section were selected following exclusion and inclusion criteria. Evidence based care bundle was applied during caesarean section. Patients were assessed for any signs of infectio.. View More»
  DOI: 10.35841/2684-1290.24.7.238

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