Randomized Controlled Trial: Does the Use of Occlusive Hydrocolloid Silver-Containing Wound Dressing after Sternotomy Reduce Surgical Site Infection after Cardiac Surgery?

ABSTRACT: (1) Background: To reduce the incidence of surgical site infections (SSIs) following median sternotomy in cardiac surgery, we compared an occlusive hydrocolloid silver-containing wound dressing (OHSCWD) with a standard wound dressing. (2) Methods: This study was designed as a single-center randomized controlled trial. The primary endpoint was the overall rate of incidence of any kind of SSI. Secondary endpoints were the number of dressing changes, the severity of SSIs, and whether there was a need for treatment. Wounds were monitored daily until the seventh and on the 30th postoperative day. (3) Results: Of the 423 patients included, 352 were analyzed. No differences in demographics, cardiovascular risk factors, intraoperative processes, and postoperative care were found between both group

SUBMITTER: Chaban R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11432784 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature