Electrocautery Versus Scalpel for Surgical Skin Incisions in Cesarean Section.

Electrocautery Versus Scalpel for Surgical Skin Incisions in Cesarean Section. A Randomized Controlled Trial.

To determine the risk of surgical site infection after surgical skin incision, comparing electrocautery vs. scalpel.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Elective Cesarean section, regardless of gestational age.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Skin infection in the cesarean section area.
• Emergency cesarean section.
• Presence of a maternal pathology that increases the risk of infection (immunocompromised state).