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. 2014 Oct 27;6(10):745–751. doi: 10.4254/wjh.v6.i10.745

Table 8.

Grading system for deep and organ/space surgical site infections

Grades Definitions Management strategies
Grade A Manageable without requiring any additional perioperative management within 2 wk Antibiotics, simple drainage
Grade B Requiring any management 2 wk and more Additional drainage, irrigation
Grade C Any management required under general anesthesia