Key result
The optimization of surgical sets and the use of disposable devices were associated with a lower incidence of surgical site infections, reduced surgical revisions, and improved operational efficiency.
Why the study?
Surgical site infections are a leading cause of readmission, but evidence on how surgical procedure set features affect infection rates, perioperative time frames, and operating theatre traffic needed systematic evaluation.
Does the optimisation of perioperative procedural factors (such as using disposable sets and rationalising surgical trays) reduce surgical site infections and improve efficiency in patients undergoing surgery?
Population
Patients undergoing surgical treatment
Comparison
Different features of surgical procedure sets
Design
Systematic review of observational studies
Authors
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Supports preferring disposable instruments to reduce infections and recovery time; extends Level 1 evidence for perioperative optimization.
Systematic Review
Does the optimisation of perioperative procedural factors (such as using disposable sets and rationalising surgical trays) reduce surgical site infections and improve efficiency in patients undergoing surgery?
Optimising surgical sets through the use of disposable instruments and rationalisation may reduce surgical site infections and improve operational efficiency in the operating theatre.
Calò et al. (2023) conducted a systematic review in Surgical site infections. Optimization of surgical procedure sets and use of disposable devices vs. Conventional reusable surgical sets was evaluated on Incidence of surgical site infections (SSI). The optimization of surgical sets and the use of disposable devices were associated with a lower incidence of surgical site infections, reduced surgical revisions, and improved operational efficiency.
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