| Post-operative wound infections constitute a persistent challenge in surgical practice, impacting patient outcomes and
healthcare resources. Despite stringent aseptic measures, the incidence and severity of these infections vary, necessitating a
comprehensive investigation into the contributing factors and patterns associated with their occurrence.This study aimed to
analyze the incidence, severity, and potential risk factors of post-operative wound infections in a cohort of 300 surgical
cases, encompassing both elective and emergency procedures. A prospective study was conducted from November 2018 to
November 2019 Sri Lakshmi Narayana Institute of Medical sciences, Pondicherry, Patient demographics, operative details,
and post-operative monitoring data were collected. A standardized protocol, including peri-operative antibiotic
administration, was followed. Wound infections were graded based on predefined criteria. Statistical analysis, using
Microsoft Excel, and Chi-square tests were employed to determine the significance of the results. Out of the 300 cases, 52
exhibited post-operative wound infections. The majority were mild (Grade 2), with 20 cases, followed by 11 cases of
moderate (Grade 3) infections and 16 severe cases (Grade 4). No deaths were observed due to post-operative infections.
The study population comprised 223 males and 77 females, with ages ranging from 16 to 70 years. Elective surgeries
demonstrated a 15.1% infection rate, while emergency procedures exhibited a higher rate of 19.3%, with statistical
significance (p < 0.01). Age and pre-operative hospitalization duration did not show statistically significant associations
with infection rates. Post-operative wound infections remain a notable concern, particularly in emergency procedures.
Findings from this study contribute insights into the incidence and severity of post-operative wound infections, aiding in
the development of targeted preventive measures and enhancing patient safety in surgical interventionsddd |
