Riesgos de la mala higiene de los equipos quirúrgicos
Priscila Jaqueline Herrera-Sánchez, Geovanna Yamiley Mina-Villalta
Abstract
Identifying that poor hygiene of surgical equipment is one of the main risk factors for postoperative infections, the paper aims to assess the risks associated with poor hygiene of surgical equipment and the importance of proper cleaning to prevent infections in patients undergoing surgery. Through a review of scientific literature to identify studies addressing the relationship between poor hygiene of surgical equipment and postoperative infections in patients, studies indicate that patients undergoing surgery with non-sterilized or poorly cleaned equipment have a higher likelihood of developing infections. The discussion focused on the importance of proper cleaning and sterilization of surgical equipment to prevent postoperative infections in patients. The need to implement effective cleaning and disinfection policies and practices, as well as training for staff responsible for cleaning and maintaining equipment, was emphasized. Concluding that proper cleaning and sterilization of surgical equipment is essential for preventing infections and improving the safety of patients undergoing surgery.