Risk factors for surgical site infections following open versus laparoscopic colectomies: a cohort study
Abstract Background Surgical site infections (SSIs) are among the most common healthcare-associated infections. Evaluating risk factors for SSIs among patients undergoing laparoscopic and open colorectal resections can aid in selecting appropriate candidates for each modality. Methods A cohort of al...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2021-10-01
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Series: | BMC Surgery |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12893-021-01379-w |