Covering surgical tools (dilators, retractors, etc.) with gold

Covering surgical tools (dilators, retractors, etc.) with gold [specifically in the setting of penile implant surgery for ED].

Background: Penile prosthesis implantation carries a high risk of infection, and rigorous infection control measures are critical to reducing complications. Pros: Cons: Current evidence: Related (but indirect) evidence areas: Conclusion: References:

Against Routine Nasal Swabbing

Against Routine Nasal Swabbing of the Surgical Team Before Penile Implant Surgery

Background: Why shouldn’t it be a routine practice? While nasal colonization with Staphylococcus aureus, including methicillin-resistant strains (MRSA), is a known risk factor for surgical site infections (SSI) in patients, extending routine nasal screening and decolonization protocols to the surgical team is not currently evidence-based — and comes with several drawbacks. Conclusion: References: