Infection Control: New Thoughts on Old Ideas in Veterinary Surgery ON DEMAND
Tracking # 20-1369351
Course overview
Surgical site infections (SSIs) continue to impact patient outcomes, client satisfaction, and practice efficiency in veterinary medicine. This evidence-based webinar reviews foundational infection control principles alongside emerging insights into antimicrobial resistance, biofilm formation, and perioperative protocols. Participants will explore risk factors associated with SSIs, evaluate current aseptic and sterilization techniques, and identify practical strategies to improve infection prevention. Emphasis will be placed on antimicrobial stewardship, patient preparation, surgical environment management, and postoperative care. This session is designed to provide actionable recommendations that veterinary teams can implement immediately to enhance patient safety and surgical outcomes.
Subject areas
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