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Dressings for the prevention of surgical site infection.
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SUBMITTER: Dumville JC
PROVIDER: S-EPMC6464019 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Dec
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
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Dressings for the prevention of surgical site infection.
The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 20161220
<h4>Background</h4>Surgical wounds (incisions) heal by primary intention when the wound edges are brought together and secured, often with sutures, staples, or clips. Wound dressings applied after wound closure may provide physical support, protection and absorb exudate. There are many different types of wound dressings available and wounds can also be left uncovered (exposed). Surgical site infection (SSI) is a common complication of wounds and this may be associated with using (or not using) d ...[more]