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Table 1 Ten steps of SSI/PJI prevention

From: Prevention of surgical site infection: a ten-step approach

Step 1

Optimization of host risk factors

Step 2

Bioburden reduction

Step 3

Perioperative antibiotic prophylaxis

Step 4

Respect for soft tissues

Step 5

Expeditious surgery

Step 6

Minimization of blood loss

Step 7

Reducing operating room traffic

Step 8

Antiseptic irrigation solution

Step 9

Sterilization of implants & instruments

Step 10

Wound management