In a surgical patient, the causes of non surgical infection are all, except
Correct Answer: Wound infection
Description: Surgical site infections (SSIs) are the third most frequently reported nosocomial infection, first one being pneumonia and the second, catheter-related (including urinary tract infection).
SSI within 24 hours is caused by clostridia and streptococci.
SSI after 48 hours (5 days) is caused by gram -ve and other bacteria.
Clostridium difficile diarrhea occurrence is due to administration of various antibiotics.
Reference: Manipal Manual of Surgery 4th ed page no 26, 28
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