Knowledge Regarding Surgical Site Infection Among Post-Operative Bariatric Surgical Patients in Al Ahsa City
Abstract:Patient knowledge of surgical site infection (SSI) is essential for their safety and reduced complications. This study aimed to assess the knowledge and awareness of post-surgical site infections among post-bariatric surgical patients in Al Ahsa City. The research, conducted with 90 participants, revealed that Patient knowledge of surgical site infection is a fair level of knowledge (55.6%), while the remaining 44.4% exhibited a poor level of knowledge. Descriptive analysis provided insights into participants'… Show more
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