Qualitative outcomes of Clean Cut: implementation lessons from reducing surgical infections in Ethiopia

The findings of this study highlight the importance of engaging hospital leadership, providers and staff in quality improvement programs, and understanding their work contexts. The identified barriers and Facilitators will inform future initiatives in the field of perioperative infection prevention.

Authors: Aviva S. Mattingly, Nichole Starr, Senait Bitew, Jared A. Forrester, Tihitena Negussie, Sylvia Bereknyei Merrell, and Thomas G. Weiser