Condition: Elective Abdominal Surgery · Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris
The daily changing of postoperative dressings is a widespread practice, often continuing until the 5th-7th day after surgery. In theory, dressings aim to reduce the risk of superficial surgical site infections (SSIs). However, several studies have suggested that early removal of the dressing does not significantly impact the rate of superficial SSIs, and this approach is now applied in clinical practice by several teams. A Cochrane review indicated that the absence of dressing does not appear to be harmful, though it emphasized the very low level of evidence provided and the need for high-quality randomized controlled trials. In this study, the investigators aim to provide high-level evidence on the effect of stopping dressings from the 1st postoperative day and the lack of impact on the risk of SSIs, to standardize practices and enable recommendations.
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Sebastien GAUJOUX, Prof · 0184827972 · sebastien.gaujoux@aphp.fr
Stéphanie LE BOT, Mme · 0184827450 · stephanie.lebot@aphp.fr
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