The 2025 AORN guidelines synthesize evidence for safe perioperative care—surgical site infection prevention, aseptic technique, instrument reprocessing, specimen handling, and the surgical timeout—supporting consistent OR practice.
Updated 2025-08-05 · Reviewed for clinical accuracy
Purpose of the guidelines
Infection prevention
Instrument and environment safety
Team processes
For patients
In short
“Perioperative Practice: 2025 AORN Surgical Guidelines” is part of iMedCompanion’s plain-language library for international patients travelling to China for care. It explains what usually happens, what to prepare, and where to find related specialists and hospitals.
Key facts
Published in English
Reading time shown on every guide
Links to related specialists and hospitals
Reviewed for clinical accuracy
Frequently asked questions
Is this guide medical advice?
No. It explains what usually happens so you can ask better questions; decisions are made with your own specialist.
Can I get the guide in Chinese?
The guides are published in English; interpretation and translation are arranged as a separate service.
How do I find a specialist for this?
Each guide links to related specialists and hospitals, or you can send an enquiry and a medical advisor will match you.
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