Barriers and facilitators of appropriate vancomycin use: prescribing context is key
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DOI: 10.1007/s00228-018-2525-2
Abstract: PurposeAudit studies reveal frequent non-compliance with dosing and monitoring guidelines for vancomycin. This study aimed to qualitatively explore the barriers and facilitators of compliance with vancomycin dosing and monitoring guidelines.MethodsInterviews were conducted with 16 prescribers… read more here.
Keywords: compliance; facilitators appropriate; vancomycin use; appropriate vancomycin ... See more keywords
Fecal carriage of vanB antibiotic resistance gene affects adipose tissue function under vancomycin use
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DOI: 10.1080/19490976.2022.2083905
Abstract: ABSTRACT Detrimental consequences of antibiotic treatment may include long-lasting disruption of the gut microbiota. Previous studies found no negative effects of antibiotics on metabolic health, although individualized responses were observed. Here, we aimed to investigate… read more here.
Keywords: vancomycin; vancomycin use; adipose tissue; tissue ... See more keywords
1871. Identifying Time Periods of High and Low Vancomycin Use
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DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofy210.1527
Abstract: Abstract Background A national goal has been set to decrease inappropriate antibiotic use by 2020. To quantify decreases in use, consumption metrics and benchmarking strategies are implicit. However, while tracking and reporting antimicrobial use is… read more here.
Keywords: advisor consulting; use; scientific advisor; vancomycin use ... See more keywords
275. Evaluation of Vancomycin Prescribing Quality in Hospitalized Pediatric Patients
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DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofy210.286
Abstract: Abstract Background Vancomycin is the most common antimicrobial drug administered to hospitalized patients, including children >90 days old, although the prevalence of β-lactam antibiotic resistance among Gram-positive pathogens is relatively low in children. Reducing inappropriate… read more here.
Keywords: vancomycin; vancomycin prescribing; prescribing quality; evaluation ... See more keywords
Improving Vancomycin Stewardship in Critically Ill Children.
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DOI: 10.1542/peds.2021-052165
Abstract: BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Inappropriate vancomycin use is common in children's hospitals. We report a quality improvement (QI) intervention to reduce vancomycin use in our tertiary care PICU. METHODS We retrospectively quantified the prevalence of infections… read more here.
Keywords: per 1000; dot per; 1000 patient; vancomycin use ... See more keywords