Cesarean Wound Infection Risk Factors

Is the woman obese?

Was the cesarean section done as an emergency with poor skin cleaning?

Did the patient develop a subcutaneous hematoma after surgery?

Did the woman receive perioperative prophylaxis with an appropriate antibiotic?

Were staples used for skin closure?

Was the time in surgery prolonged?

Was the time between membrane rupture and delivery prolonged?

Does the woman have poor personal hygiene?

Was the temperature in the delivery suite hot?

Did the woman receive limited prenatal care?

Was the patient cared for on a university teaching service?