The chance of surgical infection can be minimized if doctors adequately seal wounds, ensure completely sterile conditions, and administer appropriate antibiotics in a timely fashion. The appropriate antibiotic should be given no more than one hour before surgery and should be stopped within 24 hours after surgery.

Blood clots are risk of any surgery but the risk can be reduced by giving preventive medicines at the right time.

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Core Measures

The Joint Commission requires accredited hospitals to collect and submit performance data on the following measure sets:

• Acute Myocardial infarction (heart attack)
• Heart failure
• Community acquired pneumonia
• Surgical Care Improvement Program