Surgical site infections are caused by bacteria that get in through incisions made during surgery. They threaten the lives of millions of patients each year and

Infections that occur in the wound created by an invasive surgical procedure are generally referred to as surgical site infections (SSIs). SSIs are one of the m

This book reviews evolving areas in infection prevention on topics including contact precautions, technology implementation, specific infections, and care in va

A clear, hands-on outline of best practices for infection prevention that directly improve patient outcomes across the healthcare continuum.

Infection Prevention in Surgical Settings is a handbook that provides easy access to guidelines for infection control in various surgical settings. It specifica