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Study: SSI bundle lowers the risk of infections for joint and cardiac surgeries

Surgical bundles have become commonplace in the healthcare industry, particularly to help stave off dangerous infections. A recent study looking specifically at cardiac procedures and joint replacement procedures shows that a previously untested surgical site infection (SSI) bundle can offer an additional element of prevention as hospitals strive to reduce infection rates.

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