Infection Control & Sterilization in Surgery
How Aayush Multispeciality Hospital Ensures Patient Safety
By Dr. Ankur Bhanushali – General, Laparoscopic & Daycare Surgery Specialist
Why Infection Control Is Critical in Surgical Care
Infection prevention is one of the most important pillars of modern surgery. Even a technically perfect surgery can fail if strict infection control measures are not followed.
At Aayush Multispeciality Hospital, Thane, every surgical step is supported by international-standard sterilization and infection control protocols to protect patients before, during, and after surgery.
What Is Surgical Site Infection (SSI)?
A surgical site infection occurs when germs enter the body through a surgical wound. Preventing SSI is essential to ensure:
✔ Faster healing
✔ Reduced hospital stay
✔ Lower complication rates
✔ Better long-term outcomes
Prevention is always better than treatment.
Key Elements of Infection Control in Surgery
1️⃣ Operation Theatre Sterilization
✔ Regular OT fumigation
✔ Laminar airflow systems
✔ HEPA filtration
✔ Controlled OT traffic
✔ Strict entry protocols
Only authorized staff are allowed inside the OT.
2️⃣ Instrument Sterilization Protocols
✔ Autoclaving (steam sterilization)
✔ Chemical sterilization
✔ Plasma sterilization for delicate instruments
✔ Individual instrument packing
✔ Sterilization indicators for safety verification
Each instrument is traceable and documented.
Role of Trained OT & Nursing Staff
✔ Strict hand hygiene compliance
✔ Proper gowning & gloving techniques
✔ Regular infection control training
✔ Continuous audits
Human discipline is as important as technology.
Patient Preparation to Prevent Infection
Before surgery, patients undergo:
✔ Pre-operative bathing protocols
✔ Hair removal using safe methods
✔ Skin antiseptic preparation
✔ Antibiotic prophylaxis (when indicated)
These steps significantly reduce infection risk.
Antibiotic Stewardship in Surgery
✔ Right drug
✔ Right dose
✔ Right timing
✔ Right duration
Unnecessary antibiotic use is avoided to prevent resistance.
Post-Operative Infection Prevention
✔ Sterile dressing techniques
✔ Regular wound inspection
✔ Early detection of infection signs
✔ Patient education on wound care
Patients are taught how to protect their wounds at home.
Monitoring & Early Detection of Infections
✔ Daily clinical assessments
✔ Temperature monitoring
✔ Blood investigations (if required)
✔ Immediate intervention on suspicion
Early action prevents serious complications.
Infection Control in Daycare Surgery
Even in same-day procedures:
✔ Full sterilization protocols followed
✔ Zero compromise on safety
✔ Strict discharge instructions
Daycare does NOT mean lower standards.
Special Care for High-Risk Patients
Patients with:
✔ Diabetes
✔ Obesity
✔ Advanced age
✔ Low immunity
Receive extra monitoring and customized care plans.
Hospital Infection Control Committee
Aayush Multispeciality Hospital follows:
✔ Regular audits
✔ Policy updates
✔ Incident reporting systems
✔ Continuous quality improvement
Patient safety is a continuous process.
Why Choose Aayush Multispeciality Hospital for Safe Surgery?
✔ International-standard OT protocols
✔ Trained infection control team
✔ Ethical antibiotic usage
✔ Continuous monitoring
✔ Transparent patient communication
Aayush Multispeciality Hospital – Full Details
1st Floor, Marigold Apartment, Almeda Road,
Panch Pakhdi, Thane West – 400602, Maharashtra, India
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Charai, Thane West – 400602, Maharashtra, India
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