A European consensus identifies critical practices to reduce surgical site infections (SSIs), enhancing surgical outcomes.

• 92% consensus on 33 of 36 recommended practices for SSI prevention across preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases.
• Surgeons comprised 59% of the 820 healthcare professionals surveyed, ensuring relevance for surgical settings.

Implementing these evidence-based recommendations can significantly reduce SSIs and improve patient safety.

• Variations still exist on specifics, like antiseptic use and antimicrobial sutures.