Wound protectors to prevent SSI

Dr. Vicente Pla Martí talks about Surgical Site Infections (SSI) and the importance of an optimal medical approach. After discussing the background of this problem, he focuses on the use of wound protectors.

After explaining how they work, the author provides data obtained from the studies published to date, emphasizing the disparity of results that exists in the literature.

He also discusses the double ring wound and its differences from other devices, its characteristics and placement. He uses a video of a complicated procedure to make placement clearer while commenting and giving tips.

Then, based on research papers, he gives some data and information on whether wound protectors are a good solution to prevent SSI.

He also discusses irrigating wound protectors.

Finally, Dr. Pla Martí explains his current project on “Zero Surgical Site Infections”, showing some results and insights from it.