What is the definition of surgical site infection (SSI) in spinal surgery?

Authors: Robert Sawyer, Joseph K. Weistroffer, Anna White

RECOMMENDATION: We recommend utilizing the definition provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) Patient Safety Component Manual, Chapter 9: Surgical Site Infection (SSI) Event.

LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Consensus

DELEGATE VOTE: Agree: 100%, Disagree: 0%, Abstain: 0% (Unanimous, Strongest Consensus)

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