Patient Engagement as an Effective Component in SSI Prevention: Systematic Review Highlights Potential Approaches
Surgical site infections (SSIs) remain among the most common healthcare-associated infections worldwide, with well-documented consequences such as prolonged hospital stays, increased morbidity, and additional healthcare costs. A systematic meta-analysis examined the impact of patient engagement on SSI rates and concluded that active patient involvement represents an underutilised but effective strategy for SSI prevention.
