Originally published by our sister publication Anesthesiology News
By Jenna Bassett, PhD
A recent study examining the transmission of prophylactic antibiotic-resistant bacteria from the anesthesia work area may shed new light on the connection to the occurrence of surgical site infections (SSIs).
While it was previously established that reducing microbial transmission through the anesthesia work area is important for preventing SSIs (Anesth Analg 2012;114[6]:1236-1248; JAMA Netw Open