Wound Management Following Gl Tumor Surgery: Comparing Outcomes of Dressing Changes Versus Non-Dressing Techniques

In this intervention, participants undergoing gastrointestinal tumor surgery will receive standard wound disinfection and initial postoperative care, which includes the application of dressings immediately after surgery. However, unlike traditional methods, the dressings will be removed 48 hours post-surgery, and the surgical wounds will then be left exposed without any further dressing. This method is intended to evaluate the effects of an exposed surgical wound on healing, pain, and healthcare costs, compared to traditional dressing methods.

This intervention involves the standard postoperative wound care for participants with gastrointestinal tumors. After surgery, the surgical wounds will be disinfected and covered with dressings. These dressings will be changed every 48-72 hours, following traditional wound management practices. The purpose of this intervention is to serve as a comparator for assessing the effectiveness of the non-dressing approach, focusing on wound healing, pain management, and healthcare costs.