ReviewCureus2024
Impact of Early Dressing Removal After Cesarean Section on Wound Healing and Complications: A Systematic Review.
Review in Cureus, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.
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1 citing paper in PubMed.
- A Predictive Nomogram for Post-Cesarean Infections: Risk Factors and Clinical Implications.Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research · 2025Article
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Abstract
The global increase in cesarean section (C-section) births has heightened concerns about surgical site infections (SSIs), a significant risk associated with this common obstetric procedure. This literature review evaluates the impact of early dressing removal after C-sections, drawing from randomized controlled trials and clinical studies to assess potential benefits and risks. The review found no definitive evidence favoring a specific timing for dressing removal to reduce SSIs. However, earlier removal before hospital discharge generally enhances patient comfort. Factors such as high BMI, urgent C-sections, preterm premature rupture of membranes (PPROM), and chorioamnionitis are linked to higher wound healing complications, irrespective of when the dressing is removed. Removing staples before discharge is advised for convenience, with close monitoring recommended for high-risk patients. The findings emphasize the need for further research to optimize wound healing protocols, particularly for high-risk groups, to improve patient outcomes and minimize complications. A personalized approach to postoperative care, tailored to individual risk factors, may offer the best strategy for reducing SSIs and enhancing recovery after C-sections.
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