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INNOVATIONS IN POSTOPERATIVE CARE: THE USE OF DRAINS
AND ANTISEPTICS TO PREVENT PURULENT INFECTIONS
Fattaxov N.X.
Abdulxakimov A.R.
Xomidchonova Sh.X.
Xaidarov G.N.
Ferghana Medical Institute of Public Health
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14718131
Postoperative purulent infections remain one of the main causes of
complications in surgical practice. To prevent their development, proper
postoperative care, including the use of various methods and means, is an
important aspect. Drains and antiseptics are among the most effective and
widely used technologies. Modern innovations in these areas have significantly
increased the effectiveness of the prevention of purulent infections and
improved the outcomes of surgical treatment.
Drains play a key role in preventing purulent infections after surgery. They
ensure the removal of pathological fluids such as blood, lymph or exudate from
the surgical wound, which minimizes the risk of infection. Modern drains have a
number of advantages, including:
• Minimizing the risk of fluid stagnation in the wound, which prevents the
development of infections.
• Reducing pressure in the wound area, which helps to normalize blood
circulation and accelerate healing.
• Easy to install and replace. The use of innovative materials such as
silicone and polyurethane makes drains softer, more durable and less traumatic
for fabrics.
Modern drains are often equipped with pressure-controlled systems and
built-in filters, which significantly reduces the risk of bacterial colonization and
infection.
Antiseptics are an important element of infection prevention at all stages of
postoperative care. In recent years, many innovative drugs have appeared that
not only effectively destroy microorganisms, but also have long-lasting
antimicrobial effects. Among the new products are:
• Antiseptic films. These are innovative coatings that are applied to the
wound and have the ability not only to protect against external infections, but
also to actively suppress the growth of pathogenic microorganisms. Such films
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can remain on the wound for several days, which reduces the need for frequent
dressing changes.
• Antiseptic gels and creams. These products provide a long-lasting
antiseptic effect, creating a protective film on the wound surface, which prevents
the penetration of microbes and accelerates healing. Such drugs can be used
both during surgery and in the postoperative period.
• Nanotechnology. The use of nanoparticles of silver, copper and other
antimicrobial materials makes it possible to create more effective and safe
means for the treatment of postoperative wounds. These drugs act at the cellular
level, destroying microorganisms and preventing the development of infection.
Innovative care methods include the synergistic use of drains and
antiseptics. For example, the use of antiseptic gels in combination with drains
helps not only to drain excess fluid from the wound, but also significantly
reduces the likelihood of infection, creating additional protection against
bacteria.
The combination of these technologies makes it possible to more effectively
control infection risks, speed up the healing process and increase the overall
comfort of the patient during the postoperative period.
Innovative methods of postoperative care, including modern drains and
antiseptics, provide a number of advantages:
• Reducing the frequency of postoperative infections. Modern antiseptics
and drains significantly reduce the likelihood of wound infection.
• Reduction of the period of hospitalization. The effective use of new
technologies contributes to a faster recovery of the patient and reduces the need
for long-term follow-up in the hospital.
• Improving the patient's quality of life. Less pain, less chance of
complications, and faster wound healing contribute to improving the patient's
overall well-being.
Conclusion
: Innovations in postoperative care, such as the use of modern drains
and antiseptics, significantly increase the effectiveness of the prevention of
purulent infections. Combining these methods, taking into account the latest
developments, allows not only to reduce the risk of complications, but also to
speed up the patient's recovery after surgery. The introduction of these
technologies into clinical practice makes treatment safer and more effective,
improving the results of surgical interventions and the quality of life of patients.
