28.A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Study of Surgical Site Infections at the General Surgical Wards of the LRH Hospital in Peshawar
Muhammad Bilal1, Viqar Aslam2, Towfiq Karim1, Alina Zaidi1, Waqar Alam Jan1 and Muhammad Ayaz1
ABSTRACT
Objective: The identification of different risk variables connected to SSIs was one of the secondary goals. In addition, comparisons of patient characteristics, surgery types, and other relevant parameters were done to evaluate the prevalence of SSIs. A study was carried out in a general surgical unit of LRH hospital with the main objective of figuring out how often surgical site infections (SSIs) occur
Study Design: A retrospective cross-sectional study.
Place and Duration of Study: This study was conducted at the Department of General Surgical LRH Hospital in Peshawar from 09-January 2019 to 09-January 2022.
Materials and Methods: For 12 months, medical records of every patient admitted into the wards were examined to collect data. SSIs were singled out, and the prevalence of SSIs was established for varying factors, such as patient characteristics and types of surgery. The gathered information was analyzed using descriptive statistical methods.
Results: An overall prevalence rate of 8.3% for SSIs was noted in this study. Open abdominal surgery had the highest prevalence rate at 14.6%, followed by endoscopic procedures at 6.7%, and open non-abdominal surgery at 4.9%. Risk variables connected to the development of SSIs were longer hospital stay, numerous surgical operations, and prolonged operating duration. The prevalence rates of SSI were comparable for patients of all sexes and age groups.
Conclusion: This investigation revealed an alarmingly high incidence of SSIs at the general surgical units of an LRH hospital. Open non-abdominal surgery and endoscopic techniques came in second and third, respectively, behind open abdominal surgery. Long operating periods, having several operations, and a prolonged hospital stay were the most frequent risk factors for SSIs. To reduce the risk of SSIs in the general surgical wards of LRH institutions, preventive measures must be put in place.
Key Words: Surgical site infections, LRH Hospital, General Surgical Wards, Prevalence, Risk Factors