Aseptic

Aseptic is an adjective derived from the prefix "a-" (negation) and the Greek word "septikos" (putrid, causing putrefaction).

The term "aseptic" is used to indicate the absence of microorganisms capable of causing putrefaction or spoilage. Aseptic conditions are conditions under which the entry and proliferation of bacteria, fungi and other microorganisms is excluded.

Aseptic technique is used in medicine and pharmaceuticals to prevent infection and spoilage of drugs, medical instruments, dressings, etc. It includes sterilization of equipment and materials, working in sterile conditions, and the use of sterile clothing.

Aseptic conditions are necessary when performing surgical operations, blood transfusions, and administering drugs intravenously. Maintaining asepsis helps prevent patient infection and complications.

Thus, the term “aseptic” means free from microorganisms, preventing the development of infections and putrefactive processes. Aseptic conditions are an important factor in medicine and pharmacology to maintain sterility and prevent spoilage.

Aseptic surgery is a surgical treatment technique in which the patient remains under sterile conditions. This term does not refer to specific operations and technologies, but defines a method for preventing infectious complications. This means that everything possible is done to prevent pathogens from entering the patient's wounds. The treatment environment meets the high standards of cleanliness in surgery: the operating room is filled with disinfectant solutions, all instruments, including those that are rarely used and carefully stored, are sterile. Before the operation begins, the surgeon’s hands, surgical field, preoperative sutures, linen, gloves, and gowns are treated; Rubber products for drainage are extensively processed; antiseptic measures are carried out and so on until the procedure is completed. After opening the body cavity (abdominal, thoracic and others), they