Antiseptic measures in breast implant surgery: A survey among Dutch plastic surgeons

Bletsis, Patrick P.; Lei, Berend van der

doi:10.1016/j.bjps.2023.05.023

Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery

2023

DOI: 10.1016/j.bjps.2023.05.023

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Antiseptic measures in breast implant surgery: A survey among Dutch plastic surgeons

Patrick P. Bletsis¹,

Berend van der Lei²

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Antiseptic Techniques in Breast Implant Surgery: Insights From Plastic Surgeons in Saudi Arabia

Mortada,

Almutairi,

Alrobaiea

et al. 2023

Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum

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Background Breast implant surgery is a popular procedure worldwide, and the same holds true for Saudi Arabia. Ensuring a sterile surgical environment is crucial to avert postoperative infections. This study explores the various antiseptic techniques adopted by Saudi plastic surgeons during breast implant procedures. Objectives This study aim to assess Saudi plastic surgeons’ adherence to antiseptic measures in breast implant surgery, and determine what type of antiseptic measures are most commonly used among Saudi plastic surgeons. Methods The authors conducted a cross-sectional survey among board-certified plastic surgeons in Saudi Arabia, collecting data through a self-administered online questionnaire. This questionnaire, which covered their demographic information and their antiseptic practices during breast implant surgery, was disseminated via a WhatsApp (Menlo Park, CA) broadcast message from May 15 to June 27, 2023. Results Of the 52 Saudi plastic surgeons who completed the questionnaire, all reported employing preoperative antibiotics and skin disinfection. Other measures included pocket irrigation (86.5%), implant irrigation (92.3%), sleeve/funnel usage (65.4%), nipple shield usage (51.9%), and glove change during the procedure (96.2%). Nearly all respondents used only a surgical cap for head cover (96.2%) and postoperative antibiotics as prophylaxis (98.1%). However, more than half of them did not minimize door movement during the procedure (51.9%). Conclusions This study offers a valuable insight into the antiseptic practices during breast implant surgery in Saudi Arabia. The findings underline the need for further research to establish evidence-based guidelines for antiseptic practices in this field.

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Antiseptic Techniques in Breast Implant Surgery: Insights From Plastic Surgeons in Saudi Arabia

Mortada,

Almutairi,

Alrobaiea

et al. 2023

Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum

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