Main description:

The second edition of this practical guide has been fully revised to provide orthopaedic surgeons and trainees with the latest advice and protocols for the management of infection after orthopaedic procedures.

Divided into two sections, the first part of the manual covers preparation of the operating theatre and personnel, and sterilisation.

The second part of the book discusses preparation of the perioperative patient, intraoperative protocols, postoperative management, and antibiotics.

Highly illustrated with clinical photographs and diagrams, this new edition will assist surgeons in the prevention of infection and related complications.

Key Points

Fully revised, second edition presenting latest advice and protocols for the management of infection after orthopaedic surgical procedures
In depth coverage of both operating theatre and personnel preparation, and perioperative patient
Includes intraoperative protocols
Previous edition (9789351526537) published in 2015

Contents:

Section 1: Operation Theater Norms and Protocols

Sterilization
Operation Theater Planning and Protocols
Surgeon Preparation and Scrubbing Protocols
Laminar Airflow and Air-handling Unit
Operation Theater Personnel

Section 2: Perioperative Patient Preparation

Patient Optimization
Patient and Operative Site Preparation
Intraoperative Protocols
Postoperative Management
Prophylactic Antibiotics

Further Reading