Infection Control & Sterilization in Surgical Hospitals
How Aayush Multispeciality Hospital Ensures Safe, Infection-Free Surgeries
By Dr. Ankur Bhanushali – General, Laparoscopic & Emergency Surgeon
Why Infection Control Is the Backbone of Safe Surgery
Many patients believe surgery success depends only on the surgeon’s skill.
In reality, infection control is equally critical.
Even a perfectly performed surgery can fail if:
❌ Sterilization is poor
❌ OT protocols are compromised
❌ Post-operative hygiene is neglected
At Aayush Multispeciality Hospital, Thane, infection prevention is treated as a 24×7 responsibility, not a checklist.
What Is Hospital-Acquired Infection (HAI)?
Hospital-acquired infections are infections that occur:
✔ During hospital stay
✔ After surgery
✔ Due to contaminated instruments or environment
Common risks include:
- Surgical site infection (SSI)
- Catheter-related infections
- Respiratory infections
- Bloodstream infections
Preventing these is non-negotiable.
OT Sterilization Protocols at Aayush Multispeciality Hospital
1. Operation Theatre Zoning System
The OT complex is divided into:
✔ Clean zone
✔ Semi-restricted zone
✔ Restricted sterile zone
This minimizes unnecessary movement and contamination.
2. Instrument Sterilization Process
All surgical instruments undergo:
✔ Manual cleaning
✔ Ultrasonic cleaning
✔ Autoclave sterilization
✔ Chemical indicator verification
✔ Proper sterile storage
No instrument enters OT without documented sterilization clearance.
3. OT Air Quality & Ventilation Control
✔ Controlled airflow
✔ Regular air sampling
✔ HEPA filtration protocols
✔ Daily OT surface disinfection
This drastically reduces airborne bacteria.
Surgeon & Staff Infection Control Measures
✔ Strict Hand Hygiene
- WHO hand-wash protocol
- Alcohol-based sanitization
- Mandatory scrubbing before surgery
✔ OT Dress Code
- Sterile gowns
- Caps & masks
- Shoe covers
- Double gloving during procedures
Patient-Focused Infection Prevention Steps
Before surgery:
✔ Pre-operative bathing guidance
✔ Hair removal using clippers (not razors)
✔ Antibiotic prophylaxis timing
After surgery:
✔ Sterile dressing protocol
✔ Regular wound inspection
✔ Early mobilization
✔ Antibiotic stewardship
Post-Operative Wound Care Safety
At Aayush Hospital:
✔ Dressings done under aseptic conditions
✔ Nursing staff trained in wound hygiene
✔ Patient & family educated before discharge
✔ Warning signs explained clearly
This reduces readmissions and delayed healing.
Why Laparoscopic Surgery Lowers Infection Risk
Modern laparoscopic techniques offer:
✔ Smaller incisions
✔ Minimal tissue handling
✔ Less blood loss
✔ Faster healing
✔ Lower infection rates
Dr. Ankur Bhanushali prefers minimally invasive approaches whenever possible.
Antibiotic Stewardship – Avoiding Overuse
Unnecessary antibiotics cause resistance.
Hence:
✔ Right antibiotic
✔ Right dose
✔ Right duration
This protects patients today and in the future.
How Hospitals Monitor Infection Control
✔ Daily OT checklists
✔ Infection surveillance records
✔ Audit & protocol updates
✔ Staff retraining programs
Safety is continuously reviewed and improved.
⭐ Why Patients Feel Safer at Aayush Multispeciality Hospital
✔ Strict OT discipline
✔ Clean & monitored wards
✔ Trained nursing team
✔ Transparent surgical practices
✔ Low infection complication rates
About Aayush Multispeciality Hospital
1st Floor, Marigold Apartment, Almeda Road,
Panch Pakhdi, Thane West – 400602, Maharashtra, India
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