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World J Gastrointest Surg. Sep 27, 2025; 17(9): 108136
Published online Sep 27, 2025. doi: 10.4240/wjgs.v17.i9.108136
Optimizing postoperative infection control strategies in gastrointestinal surgery via integrated disinfection, isolation measures, and risk prediction models
Qin-Zhi Liu, Lei Zeng, Nian-Zhe Sun
Qin-Zhi Liu, Lei Zeng, Nian-Zhe Sun, Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha 410008, Hunan Province, China
Qin-Zhi Liu, Lei Zeng, Nian-Zhe Sun, National Clinical Research Center of Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha 410008, Hunan Province, China
Co-corresponding authors: Lei Zeng and Nian-Zhe Sun.
Author contributions: Liu QZ wrote the first draft, developed the main ideas, and led revisions; Zeng L directed the analytical framework, coordinated interdisciplinary collaborations, and supervised the interpretation of results alongside manuscript finalization; Sun NZ spearheaded the conception and design of the study and provided critical revision of the manuscript; Zeng L and Sun NZ contributed equally to this article, they are the co-corresponding authors of this manuscript; and all authors thoroughly reviewed and endorsed the final manuscript.
Conflict-of-interest statement: All the authors report no relevant conflicts of interest for this article.
Corresponding author: Nian-Zhe Sun, MD, PhD, Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, No. 87 Xiangya Road, Kaifu District, Changsha 410008, Hunan Province, China. sunnzh201921@sina.com
Received: April 7, 2025
Revised: May 13, 2025
Accepted: July 17, 2025
Published online: September 27, 2025
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Core Tip

Core Tip: This article underscored the critical role of perioperative disinfection and isolation measures in mitigating postoperative infections following gastrointestinal surgeries. Furthermore, it advocated for the integration of these measures with surgical site infection risk prediction models to develop sophisticated strategies aimed at enhancing the precision and effectiveness of future postoperative infection prevention and control.