Infection Prevention & Control

Wound infections are a result of a disrupted host–bacteria relationship in traumatized tissue. If left untreated, a wound infection has the potential to not only trigger a systemic reaction (sepsis), but also to hinder the numerous processes involved in the planned evolution of normal wound healing. Infections are often combatted effectively with the use of antimicrobials, however the more antimicrobials are used the chance of the patient developing a resistance longer term greatens. Implementing effective infection prevention and control plays a critical role in preventing antibiotic resistance and the long term health of our patients.