Association between Sterile Glove and Instrument Change at the Time of Abdominal Wound Closure to Prevent Surgical Site Infections

Dr. Ishwari Patil, Dr. V. M. Pattanshetti

Abstract: Surgical site infections (SSIs) are a common complication following surgeries, leading to increased patient morbidity, prolonged hospital stays, and higher medical costs. This study evaluates the impact of routine changes of sterile gloves and instruments at the time of abdominal closure in reducing SSIs. A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted on 105 patients undergoing elective laparotomies, open cholecystectomies, appendectomies, and hysterectomies. Patients were divided into two groups using stratified random sampling: Group 1 (no change of sterile gloves and instruments) and Group 2 (routine change of sterile gloves and instruments). Postoperative follow-ups on days 3, 7, and 14 assessed SSI incidence using the Southampton scoring system. showed a significantly lower rate of SSIs in Group 2, with fewer culture-positive cases compared to Group 1. The findings suggest that routine change of sterile gloves and instruments at abdominal closure is a simple yet effective intervention to reduce SSIs, minimize hospital stays, and lower healthcare costs. Implementing this practice as a standard surgical protocol can significantly improve patient outcomes and reduce the burden on healthcare systems.

Keywords: Surgical site infection, Sterile gloves, Abdominal closure, Hospital stay, Healthcare costs

How to Cite?: Dr. Ishwari Patil, Dr. V. M. Pattanshetti, "Association between Sterile Glove and Instrument Change at the Time of Abdominal Wound Closure to Prevent Surgical Site Infections", Volume 14 Issue 2, February 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 900-901, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR25214184044, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR25214184044