Operating Room

The Infection Control Today® operating room page provides news articles and videos on the intersection between surgery and infection prevention. The operating room is a prime breeding ground for harmful pathogens to spread, resulting in surgical site infections. The role of the infection preventionist, together with the perioperative nursing staff, is to craft policies and processes to cut down on these infections and ensure patient safety during surgical procedures.

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Reducing Hidden Risks: Why Sharps Injuries Still Go Unreported

July 18th 2025

Despite being a well-known occupational hazard, sharps injuries continue to occur in health care facilities and are often underreported, underestimated, and inadequately addressed. A recent interview with sharps safety advocate Amanda Heitman, BSN, RN, CNOR, a perioperative educational consultant, reveals why change is overdue and what new tools and guidance can help.

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The Next Frontier in Infection Control: AI-Driven Operating Rooms

July 15th 2025

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Back to Basics: Hospital Restores Catheter-Associated UTI Rates to Prepandemic Baseline

June 16th 2025

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Beyond the Surface: Tackling the Sterilization Challenges of Flexible Endoscopes

May 26th 2025

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