Researchers conducted a review of surgical skin prep agents to conclude which agent was most cost-effective and superior in preventing surgical site infections, according to a study published in the ...

A bundle of protocols including patient education, skin prep, and glove changes reduced infections at a large US surgical ...

Preoperative skin antisepsis is a critical part of reducing the bacteria on the skin that may cause infection prior to surgery. The most common products used in the United States include alcohols, ...

Most people feel a mixture of anxiety, nervousness, and excitement in the weeks leading up to surgery. It can also be a busy time when people make preparations for their recovery. Doctors stress the ...