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  1. Fulltext Orthopaedic infections
    Choon DSK
    Med J Malaysia, 2004 Dec;59(5):571-2.
    PMID: 15889556
    Matched MeSH terms: Surgical Wound Infection/etiology*
  2. Fulltext Aeromonas hydrophila hand infection complicating an open Rolando fracture: a case report
    Sambandan S
    Med J Malaysia, 1985 Mar;40(1):38-40.
    PMID: 3831733
    A case of Aeromonas hydrophila infection complicating an open Rolando's fracture of the hand is reported. Only two cases, both complicating open tibial fractures have been reported in the literature previously.' ,2 The organism was resistant to the usual antimicrobial (ampicillin and cloxacillin) used in the management of open fractures at University Hospital, Kuala Lumpur. The severity of the infection is largely dependent on the resistance of the host, and could vary from a locally spreading necrotizing cellulitis without systemic signs to a frank septicaemia with serious consequences. Early diagnosis with adequate debridement of the wound and appropriate antimicrobial to which the organisms are sensitive, are essential for effective control.
    Matched MeSH terms: Wound Infection/etiology*
  3. A few comments on "Association of serum and fat tissue antibiotic concentrations with surgical site infections in lower gastrointestinal surgery" by Yoko Takayama et al
    Dadhwal US
    Surgery, 2023 Feb;173(2):558-559.
    PMID: 35965145 DOI: 10.1016/j.surg.2022.07.004
    Matched MeSH terms: Surgical Wound Infection/etiology
  4. Wound infection following stoma reversal: a prospective comparative study between primary closure and partial closure with intervening silver dressings
    Zubaidah NH, Soo JY, Qisti N, Ong KW, Gee T
    Int J Colorectal Dis, 2016 Jul;31(7):1381-2.
    PMID: 26728021 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-015-2487-0
    Matched MeSH terms: Surgical Wound Infection/etiology*
  5. A review of sternal closure techniques
    Alhalawani AM, Towler MR
    J Biomater Appl, 2013 Nov;28(4):483-97.
    PMID: 23812580 DOI: 10.1177/0885328213495426
    Sternotomy and sternal closure occur prior to and post cardiac surgery, respectively. Although post-operative complications associated with poor sternal fixation can result in morbidity, mortality, and considerable resource utilization, sternotomy is preferred over other methods such as lateral thoracotomy. Rigid sternal fixation is associated with stability and reduced incidence of post-operative complications. This is a comprehensive review of the literature evaluating in vivo, in vitro, and clinical responses to applying commercial and experimental surgical tools for sternal fixation after median sternotomy. Wiring, interlocking, plate-screw, and cementation techniques have been examined for closure, but none have experienced widespread adoption. Although all techniques have their advantages, serious post-operative complications were associated with the use of wiring and/or plating techniques in high-risk patients. A fraction of studies have analyzed the use of sternal interlocking systems and only a single study analyzed the effect of using kryptonite cement with wires. Plating and interlocking techniques are superior to wiring in terms of stability and reduced rate of post-operative complications; however, further clinical studies and long-term follow-up are required. The ideal sternal closure should ensure stability, reduced rate of post-operative complications, and a short hospitalization period, alongside cost-effectiveness.
    Matched MeSH terms: Surgical Wound Infection/etiology
  6. Fulltext Risk factors for infection in total knee replacement surgery at Hospital Kuala Lumpur
    Syahrizal AB, Kareem BA, Anbanadan S, Harwant S
    Med J Malaysia, 2001 Dec;56 Suppl D:5-8.
    PMID: 14569758 MyJurnal
    One hundred primary TKR surgeries done between January 1994 and December 1999 were reviewed after a mean follow-up of 37.4 months. The rate of superficial and deep wound infection were 2% and 9% respectively. The most common organism in wound infection was Staphylococcus aureus. The factors that were significantly associated with superficial wound infection were diabetes mellitus (p = 0.005) and rheumatoid arthritis (p = 0.0000). The factors that were significantly associated with deep wound infection were diabetes mellitus (p = 0.000). There was no significant difference between duration of surgery, and the mean age among patients with and without wound infections.
    Matched MeSH terms: Surgical Wound Infection/etiology*
  7. Double Embedded Rings of a Digit Leading to Amputation
    Liew SK, Fong TS, Teh KK
    J Hand Surg Asian Pac Vol, 2021 Mar;26(1):103-106.
    PMID: 33559570 DOI: 10.1142/S2424835521720048
    Chronic embedded-ring injury is a rare and uncommon presentation. This is also known as "chronic ring erosion" or "embedded ring syndrome" in the literature. Injury of this type has been associated with psychological impairment causing neglect of such injury. We herein describe a case of double embedded rings on the right ring finger in a 30-year-old healthy construction worker. A primary amputation at the metacarpophalangeal joint was performed in view of the chronicity of his condition and associated neurovascular damage. Early removal of ring is of paramount importance in any ring-associated injuries. However, fear of losing a digit has been the reason of delay in seeking medical treatment, which in turn ended up in dire consequences.
    Matched MeSH terms: Wound Infection/etiology
  8. Fulltext APSIC guidelines for the prevention of surgical site infections
    Ling ML, Apisarnthanarak A, Abbas A, Morikane K, Lee KY, Warrier A, et al.
    Antimicrob Resist Infect Control, 2019;8:174.
    PMID: 31749962 DOI: 10.1186/s13756-019-0638-8
    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.

    Matched MeSH terms: Surgical Wound Infection/etiology*
  9. Identifying Risk Factors for Surgical Site Infection After Stoma Closure in Infants for Targeted Implementation of Surgical Site Infection Reduction Bundle
    Nwachukwu I, Visa A, Holbrook C, Tan YW
    Surg Infect (Larchmt), 2024 Apr;25(3):185-191.
    PMID: 38394295 DOI: 10.1089/sur.2023.248
    Background: To determine risk factors for surgical site infection (SSI) in infants after stoma closure, to identify at-risk patients, plan timing of surgery, and implement SSI-reduction strategies. Patients and Methods: A single center retrospective comparison study of all children less than one year of age who underwent enterostomy closure (2018-2020) with SSI diagnosed through a prospective surveillance program, using criteria from Public Health England (PHE). Demographics and risk factors, types of SSI, systemic sepsis, mortality and length of stay were compared between SSI and non-SSI. Significant factors associated with SSI were analyzed in a multivariate binomial logistic regression model. Results: Eighty-nine stoma closures were performed, most commonly for necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) and anorectal malformation. Fourteen had SSI (16%): 12 superficial and two deep; three developed systemic sepsis, but no 30-day mortality. Surgical site infection was associated with NEC (12/14 vs. 32/75; p = 0.003), younger age (median 76 vs. 89 days; p = 0.014), lower corrected gestation (cutoff: 39 weeks gestation; 11/14 vs. 27/75; p = 0.004) and lower weight (cutoff: 2.2 kg; 7/14 vs. 16/75; p = 0.032), compared with non-SSI. After correcting for age, gestation, and weight, logistic regression showed NEC was an independent predictor for SSI (odds ratio [OR], 12; 95% confidence interval [CI],1.2-125). The at-risk cohort (n = 56; 63%) had seven-fold increased risk of SSI and four-fold longer hospital stay, which may be the target for SSI-reduction strategies. Conclusions: Necrotizing enterocolitis-related stoma closure is at increased risk for SSI. Considerations for delaying stoma closure until achieving 39 weeks gestation or 2.2 kg in weight may further reduce SSI. Targeting SSI-reduction strategies using these criteria may improve resource-rationalization.
    Matched MeSH terms: Surgical Wound Infection/etiology
  10. Haemoblock hemostatic substance in reducing seroma formation post axillary lymph node dissection following breast conserving surgery
    Isahak MI, Abdullah MS, Awang RR, Abdul Rashid NF, Md Sikin S, Abdullah Suhaimi SN, et al.
    World J Surg, 2024 May;48(5):1159-1166.
    PMID: 38578243 DOI: 10.1002/wjs.12134
    BACKGROUND: Axillary lymph node dissection (ALND) in breast cancer management, necessitates a nuanced understanding of complications that may impede treatment progression. This study scrutinize the impact of Haemoblock hemostatic solution, evaluation it's potential in reducing seroma complication by controlling lymph flow and obliterating axillary dead space.

    METHOD: A prospective, randomized, double-blinded controlled trial was conducted with 58 patients undergoing breast conserving surgery (BCS) and ALND, stratified into two groups: Group A (ALND + Haemoblock, n = 29) and Group B (ALND + placebo, n = 29). Postoperative drainage charts were monitored, with the primary endpoint being the time to drain removal, Additionally, patients were observed for surgical site infection (SSI).

    RESULTS: Group A exhibited a marginally higher mean total drain output (398 +/- 205 vs. 326 +/- 198) compared to Group B, this difference did not attain statistical significance (p = 0.176). Equally, the mean time to drain removal demonstrated no discernible distinction between the two groups (6 +/- 3.0 vs. 6 +/- 3.0, Group A vs. Group B, p = 0.526). During follow up, nine patients in Group A required seroma aspiration (mean aspiration 31 +/- 73) as compared to Group B, 6 patients required aspiration (mean aspiration 12 +/- 36), p = 0.222). No notable disparity in SSI rates between the groups was identified.

    CONCLUSION: In conclusion, the administration of Haemoblock did not manifest a discernible effect in mitigating seroma production, hastening drain removal, or influencing SSI rates following ALND. The study underscores the intricate and multifactorial nature of seroma formation, suggesting avenues for future research to explore combined interventions and protracted follow-up periods for a more comprehensive understanding.

    Matched MeSH terms: Surgical Wound Infection/etiology
  11. ALEXIS O-Ring wound retractor vs conventional wound protection for the prevention of surgical site infections in colorectal resections(1)
    Cheng KP, Roslani AC, Sehha N, Kueh JH, Law CW, Chong HY, et al.
    Colorectal Dis, 2012 Jun;14(6):e346-51.
    PMID: 22568647 DOI: 10.1111/j.1463-1318.2012.02943.x
    Surgical site infection (SSI) remains a common postoperative morbidity, particularly in colorectal resections, and poses a significant financial burden to the healthcare system. The omission of mechanical bowel preparation, as is performed in enhanced recovery after surgery programmes, appears to further increase the incidence. Various wound protection methods have been devised to reduce the incidence of SSIs. However, there are few randomized controlled trials assessing their efficacy. The aim of this study is to investigate whether ALEXIS wound retractors with reinforced O-rings are superior to conventional wound protection methods in preventing SSIs in colorectal resections.
    Matched MeSH terms: Surgical Wound Infection/etiology*
  12. Fulltext Risk factors for infection in total hip replacement surgery at Hospital Kuala Lumpur
    Yong KS, Kareem BA, Ruslan GN, Harwant S
    Med J Malaysia, 2001 Jun;56 Suppl C:57-60.
    PMID: 11814251 MyJurnal
    Sixty-seven primary THR surgeries in 57 patients between January 1992 and December 1998 were reviewed after a mean follow-up of 35.9 months. The rate of superficial and deep wound infections were 11.9% and 1.5% respectively. The most common organism in superficial wound infection was Staphylococcus aureus. The factors that were significantly associated with superficial wound infection were diabetes mellitus (p= 0.0230) obesity (p=0.0088). The patients who developed superficial wound infection have a significantly longer duration of surgery compared to patients without infection (p=0.014). However, there was no significant difference between the mean age among patients with and without superficial wound infection (p=0.814).
    Matched MeSH terms: Surgical Wound Infection/etiology*
  13. Diabetic Hand Infection: An Emerging Challenge
    Bahar Moni AS, Hoque M, Mollah RA, Ivy RS, Mujib I
    J Hand Surg Asian Pac Vol, 2019 Sep;24(3):317-322.
    PMID: 31438802 DOI: 10.1142/S2424835519500401
    Background: Hand infection in diabetics is an often ignored but challenging condition. If not addressed effectively, it may result in long term disability, contracture, amputation and even death. Methods: From August 2014 to December 2015, a study was done in our centre, where 49 diabetic hand infection cases were analyzed in two groups, superficial and deep hand infection. Results: Mean age of the patients was 51.63 years. There were 21 superficial infections and 28 deep infections. Cause of infection was unknown or spontaneous in 16 cases, traumatic laceration or crush in 14 patients, following minor prick in 10 cases. Most of the cases were the results of neglected minor wound. Forty-one patients were insulin dependent. Five cases were diagnosed as diabetic at the time of treatment. Four patients were treated conservatively and 45 (92%) cases required operation in the form of incision, drainage and debridement. In 16 (35%) cases, wound was left open and was healed by secondary intention following regular dressing. In five patients, wound was closed secondarily. Partial thickness skin graft was applied in 15 cases. Seven patients were treated with flap coverage. Partial digital or ray amputation were done in 16 cases. All fingers except thumb were amputated in one case and amputation from wrist was done in another patient. Wound swabs were taken, and antibiotics were changed or continued accordingly. But reports of 26 cases were available. No growth was found in four cases, monomicrobial infection was found in 15 patients and polymicrobial in seven cases. Infection resolved with healing in 47 cases. Two patients died during treatment from sepsis, both were insulin dependent, had associated renal failure and from deep infection group. One patient developed severe mental disorder. Conclusions: For diabetic hand infection, early diagnosis and prompt treatment with appropriate antibiotics and emergency surgery with extensile incision is crucial. Primary amputation of the part could be life and limb saving.
    Matched MeSH terms: Wound Infection/etiology*
  14. Surgical site infections, International Nosocomial Infection Control Consortium (INICC) report, data summary of 30 countries, 2005-2010
    Rosenthal VD, Richtmann R, Singh S, Apisarnthanarak A, Kübler A, Viet-Hung N, et al.
    Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol, 2013 Jun;34(6):597-604.
    PMID: 23651890 DOI: 10.1086/670626
     To report the results of a surveillance study on surgical site infections (SSIs) conducted by the International Nosocomial Infection Control Consortium (INICC).
    Matched MeSH terms: Surgical Wound Infection/etiology
  15. Figure-of-eight vs. interrupted sternal wire closure of median sternotomy
    Ramzisham AR, Raflis AR, Khairulasri MG, Ooi Su Min J, Fikri AM, Zamrin MD
    Asian Cardiovasc Thorac Ann, 2009 Dec;17(6):587-91.
    PMID: 20026533 DOI: 10.1177/0218492309348948
    Sternal dehiscence is a rare but devastating complication following median sternotomy for cardiac surgery. The optimal technique for sternal closure is unclear. We conducted this prospective randomized trial to compare the incidence of sternal dehiscence after figure-of-8 and simple interrupted suturing in patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting. Between January 2007 and June 2008, 98 patients had figure-of-8 suturing and 97 had interrupted sutures. The mean age of the patients was 60.9 +/- 7.6 years. The overall sternal dehiscence rate was 8%; 7 cases in the in figure-of-8 group and 9 in the interrupted group. Thirteen patients had no wound infection and healed with conservative treatment. Only 3 patients had sternal dehiscence with infection: 2 with simple interrupted closure and 1 with figure-of-8 sternal closure. There was no significant difference in rates of sternal dehiscence between the 2 groups. It was concluded that figure-of-8 sternal suturing is equally effective as simple interrupted suturing in preventing sternal dehiscence.
    Matched MeSH terms: Surgical Wound Infection/etiology
  16. Predicting safe tonsillectomy for ambulatory surgery
    Ahmad R, Abdullah K, Amin Z, Rahman JA
    Auris Nasus Larynx, 2010 Apr;37(2):185-9.
    PMID: 19720483 DOI: 10.1016/j.anl.2009.06.010
    To assess the safety of tonsillectomy procedure in local setting.
    Matched MeSH terms: Surgical Wound Infection/etiology
  17. Primary herpes virus keratitis after penetrating keratoplasty
    Hassan M, Patel DK, Subrayan V
    Ann Ophthalmol (Skokie), 2009;41(3-4):203-5.
    PMID: 20214058
    We present a case of a newly acquired herpetic infection in the graft after penetrating keratoplasty.
    Matched MeSH terms: Surgical Wound Infection/etiology*
  18. Frontoethmoidal encephalocele: treatment and outcome
    Arshad AR, Selvapragasam T
    J Craniofac Surg, 2008 Jan;19(1):175-83.
    PMID: 18216685 DOI: 10.1097/scs.0b013e3181534a77
    This is a study on 124 patients who were treated by the authors over a 19-year period. There were 48 male and 76 female patients. The age range of these patients at the time of treatment was between 4 months and 32 years. There was no family history of similar deformity. All of these patients come from a socially low-income group. Fourteen patients had accompanying congenital amputation of fingers, toes, or limbs. Two had oral cleft lip and palate. The surgical treatment was medial orbital wall osteotomy and excision of encephalocele. There were two mortalities and five patients who had complications that needed secondary surgical intervention. Thirty-eight patients are still under follow up without any complaints.
    Matched MeSH terms: Surgical Wound Infection/etiology
  19. Fulltext A simple practical protocol for care of metal-skin interface of external fixation
    Saw A, Chan CK, Penafort R, Sengupta S
    Med J Malaysia, 2006 Feb;61 Suppl A:62-5.
    PMID: 17042233
    Patients treated with external fixation for limb reconsturciton or fracture stabilization equire regular and prolongedperiod of pin-tract care involving frequent visits to clinic and dressing traditionally carried out by trained nurses or medical assistants. A simple method of do-it-yourself dressing was introduced in our institution and this study was undertaken to evaluate the effectiveness of the protocol. Sixty patients (40 trauma-related problems and 20 congenital or developmental disorders) were enrolled into the study. Following application of external fixation, the patients and/or their caretakers were taught on how to do pin-site dressing using normal saline or drinking water as cleansing solution on daily basis. Patients were discharged on the second or third post-operative day and were followed-up every two weeks for an average 182 days (range 66 to 379 days) with special attention on identifying pin-tract infection. A simple grading system for pin-tract infections was proposed. Of 40 patients with trauma-related problems. 65% were post-traumatic infections. There were 788 metal-skin interfaces (239 half-pin fixations and 549 tensioned wire fixations. A total 143 metal-skin interface infections (18.1%) involving half-pin sites (41.3%) and tensioned wire sites (58.7%) was noted. Majority were grade I infections (79.7%), 18.8% grade II and only 1.4% grade III. Most infections (81%)were caused by Staphylococcus aureus. Grade I infections were successfully treated with frequent dressing, grade II by adjunctive oral antibiotic but grade III infections required removal of fixator. All eventually healed. Do yourself non-sterile dressing of metal-skin interfaces is a cost-effective method of pin-site care with a low infection rate. The infections were sucessfully treated using guidelines according to the proposed classification of pin-tract infections.
    Matched MeSH terms: Surgical Wound Infection/etiology
  20. Fulltext Recalcitrant post-traumatic chronic osteomyelitis/infected non-union of the tibia following open grade-ill fractures: treatment with vascularized osteocutaneous fibular graft
    Halim AS, Imran Y
    Med J Malaysia, 2006 Feb;61 Suppl A:66-70.
    PMID: 17042234
    Post-traumatic chronic osteomyelitis and infected non-unions of the tibia following severe type-III open fracture are difficult to treat Refractoy cases often necessitate amputation despite attempts to salvage the limb. We report our experience in treating such difficult cases with an alternative surgical option using free osteocutaneous fibular graft. Eight consecutive patients with post-traumatic chronic osteomyelitis/infected non-union were treated surgically with free vascularized osteocutaneous fibular graft. Outcomes in term of graft-host union and complication were evaluated. Four patients had anastomotic venous thrombosis requiring anastomotic revision. Five patients developed surgical site infections needing extended antibiotic therapy to achieve resolution at an average of 15.2 weeks. Fibular graft fracture occurred in three patients but all grafts survived and united after a mean time to union of 42.3 weeks (range 31 to 82 weeks). At the final follow-up, union of host-graft junction and control of infection were achieved in all patients except one who required a secondary amputation. Free vascularized osteo-cutaneous fibular graft is a viable limb salvage option for refractory chronic osteomyelitis or infected non-union following treatment of grade-III open tibial fractures.
    Matched MeSH terms: Surgical Wound Infection/etiology*
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