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12 articles for “Surgical site infection”
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A Need of a Novel Antimicrobial Suture for Surgical Site Infection
Abstract: Surgical site infections post-surgery are the major complications that lead to the patient’s longer hospitalization which directly increases treatment cost. Triclosan is an antibacterial agent which has been used in coating surgical sutures to prevent infection post-surgery. Triclosan is being used since many years in many consumer products; the bacterial strains which are emerging these days may slow down or get resistance of their effects which might lead to the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Evaluation of Rational Use of Antibiotics and Incidence of Surgical Site Infections in a Tertiary Care Hospital
Abstract: Context: Antimicrobial resistance is a major health issue nowadays. It can be reduced by framing, educating health care professionals, strictly following and reviewing the guidelines for antibiotics usage. Many hospitals are not following standard guidelines for antibiotics usage which has led to overuse of antibiotics which contributes for the emergence of resistant strains of microbes against antibiotics. Antibiotics are used pre-operatively to reduce the risk of surgical site infections. The …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 4–8 Read article
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A Chronological Review on Preclinical and Clinical Evaluation of Antimicrobial Sutures
Abstract: Incidence of various infections is increasing with increased number of surgeries. Widespread common surgery procedures are associated with a 1–11% risk of surgical site infections (SSIs) which occur when pathogenic organisms proliferate in surgical wounds, result in impede wound healing, cause separation of the wound edges (dehiscence), and increase the risk of abscess in deeper wound tissues. Surgical site infection increases morbidity and mortality of postoperative patients and require prolonged …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 13–16 Read article
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Engineering Polymer-Based Barrier Films for Infection Control in Surgical Environments
Abstract: It is important to keep a sterile surgical area as a measure of infection prevention after an operation. Traditional protective materials tend to not be long-lasting, are not uniformly protective in their behavior, and have just limited biocompatibility. The use of barrier films made of polymer has emerged as a ground breaking solution to the contemporary operating rooms. These movies prevent the entry of microbes, are impervious to moisture, and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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A Study of Close Suction Drain Closure in Laparotomy Wound of Intestinal Perforation
Abstract: The most common complication after emergency laparotomy is infection in subcutaneous portion of abdominal incision, sepsis within the peritoneal cavity or infection in both of these areas. The incidence of each is significantly multiplied wherever there has been a peritoneal contamination by bowel or inflammatory process is encountered during abdominal exploration. This prospective study was carried out at Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical Hospital, Pune for a period of 3 …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 7–12 Read article
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Nanotechnology in Surgical Drains: Reducing Infections and Promoting Healing Post-Surgery
Abstract: Surgical drains are widely used in postoperative care to evacuate accumulated fluids, minimize dead space, and reduce complications such as hematoma and seroma formation. Despite their clinical importance, conventional drains are frequently associated with retrograde bacterial migration, biofilm formation, and increased risk of surgical site infections (SSIs), which contribute significantly to postoperative morbidity and prolonged hospital stay. Recent advancements in nanotechnology have enabled the development of nano-functionalized surgical drains with …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 54–67 Read article
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Association of Metabolic Syndrome with Cholelithiasis in Female Patients and Its Impact on Clinical Management and Surgical Outcome
Abstract: Background: Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is associated with obesity, insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, and hypertension, which may predispose to gallstone formation. This study aimed to evaluate the association between MetS and cholelithiasis in female patients and to assess its impact on clinical presentation, surgical difficulty, and postoperative outcomes. Methods: A prospective observational study was conducted on 88 female patients with ultrasonography-confirmed cholelithiasis. Patients were divided into two groups: MetS (n=44) and non-MetS …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Mucormycosis: An Emerging Challenge among COVID-19 Patients
Abstract: Mucormycosis is a rare angio-invasive opportunistic fungal infection that has become an emerging challenge among COVID-19 patients. The higher incidence of mucormycosis among COVID-19 patients has been attributed to hypoxia, pre-existing or steroid induced diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, increased ferritin levels, and SARS-CoV-2 or steroid mediated immunosuppression. Other contributing factors include prolonged hospitalization with or without use of mechanical ventilators.The epidemiology and etiopathogenesis of this disease are still evolving. Once infected, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 34–37 Read article
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Isolation of Atypical Mycobacteria from an Unusual Site: A Case Study
Abstract: Infections due to atypical mycobacteria have been reported after surgical procedures, liposuction, subcutaneous injections, etc. Here the authors report a case that was operated for umbilical hernia and presented with delayed wound healing, discomfort over site of incision and chronic serous discharge. The exudate from non-healing surgical wound was received in the microbiology laboratory. Ziehl-Neelsen’s stain of the exudate revealed presence of scanty acid fast bacilli which on culture on …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 13–16 Read article
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Advanced Local Drug Delivery Approaches for Periodontitis: A Strategic Intervention
Abstract: Periodontal disease, one of the most prevalent oral diseases is caused by the gram negative bacterial infection of periodontal pocket identified by inflammation of subgingival plaque and degeneration of alveolar bones, teeth, dental cementum and periodontal ligaments. 80% of American adult and more than 50% of Indian community suffers from this chronic inflammatory disease depicting the severity of the disease. The objectives of the available therapies are to minimize the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 4–11 Read article
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Eruption Cyst: Cause of Worry in Concerned Parents
Abstract: An eruption cyst is an odontogenic cyst and clinically visible as a circumscribed, fluctuant, often translucent swelling of the alveolar ridge over the site of the erupting tooth. It is termed as eruption hematoma when the cystic cavity is filled with blood as inflicted by trauma or infection and appears as purple or deep blue, seeing that the anxious parents of children approach the dentist suspecting it to be a …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Giant Primary Hydatid Cyst of Spleen—A Rare Clinical Entity
Abstract: Hydatid cyst (echinococcosis) is a zoonotic disease, caused by infestation of larval form of parasite of tapeworm, Echinococcus granulosus (eg). Humans are infected through faeco-oral route by the ingestion of food and milk, contaminated by dog faeces containing the ova of parasite or by direct contact with dog. Liver is the commonly involved organ (57.8%) followed by the lungs (26.4%). The kidneys, spleen, brain, soft tissues of neck, appendix and …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 21–24 Read article