Evaluation of Short Versus Long Courses of Antibiotics in Critically Ill Patients With Gram-Negative Bloodstream Infections
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DOI: 10.1177/10600280241231611
Abstract: Background: Short courses of antibiotics (7-10 days) are effective for uncomplicated gram-negative bloodstream infections (GN-BSI). However, prior studies have been limited to small cohorts of critically ill patients. Objective: The objective of this study was… read more here.
Keywords: gram negative; ill patients; negative bloodstream; courses antibiotics ... See more keywords
Shorter Versus Longer Courses of Antibiotics for Infection in Hospitalized Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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DOI: 10.12788/jhm.2905
Abstract: BACKGROUND Infection is a leading cause of hospitalization with high morbidity and mortality, but there are limited data to guide the duration of antibiotic therapy. PURPOSE Systematic review to compare outcomes of shorter versus longer… read more here.
Keywords: systematic review; infection; versus longer; courses antibiotics ... See more keywords