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Address MRSA, VRE and Acinetobacter before surgery to prevent infection
If you are facing surgery, you've given your decision careful thought and consideration. You've probably met with your doctor and researched on your own to learn about your post-surgical expectations, recovery and potential complications. You want to do everything possible to ensure good results. What extra steps can you take to prevent a surgical site infection?
Take charge of your care
 Ask your doctor about preparing your skin before surgery with Sage's rinse-free 2% Chlorhexidine Gluconate cloths. Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) is an antiseptic that helps reduce bacteria that can cause infection. Sage's 2% CHG cloths contain an exciting new, FDA-approved formula designed to be left on the skin. Because it doesn't get rinsed off like bottled CHG soaps, our CHG stays on the skin where it is needed to kill bacteria. You get the maximum benefits of skin antisepsis with our easy-to-use rinse-free formula. None of the good stuff goes down the drain with Sage 2% CHG Cloths! And if you have limited mobility, there's never been an easier way to prepare skin before surgery. Our soft cloths comfortably conform to body contours to thoroughly coat skin with our CHG formula. There's no need for a tub, shower or additional water.
What you should know about surgical site infections
Each year, thousands of patients contract surgical site infections, resulting in greater likelihood of being readmitted to the hospital and spending time in an Intensive Care Unit.1 Research shows patients who develop surgical site infections are twice as likely to die.1 Preparing your skin before surgery helps address a known risk factor for surgical site infections-microorganisms, or bugs, on the skin.2 In fact, most surgical site infections come from bacteria already found on a patient's skin. MRSA, VRE and Acinetobacter are just some of the bugs found on a patient's skin that can cause surgical site infections.
Be proactive to prevent surgical site infections. Ask your doctor about preparing your skin to prevent a potential infection. Put your mind at ease with Sage 2% CHG Cloths. |
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Additional Resources:
1. Kirkland KB, et al., Infect Control Hosp Epidemio. 1999 Nov;20(11):722-4. 2. Mangram AJ, et al. Guideline for prevention of surgical site infection, 1999, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Hospital Infection Control Practices Advisory Committee, Atlanta GA.
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