The use of levofloxacin as prophylaxis for the prevention of neutropenic fever and bloodstream infections was associated with less disruption of the gut microbiome in patients with hematologic malignancy.
Investigators performed a comprehensive review on the prevalence of nonprescription antibiotic use in the United States and analyzed the factors that influence it.
Overuse of broad-spectrum antibiotics is associated with increased mortality and other poor outcomes in adults admitted for community-onset pneumonia.
Management of infection in cystic fibrosis is complex but plays a critical role in improving the survival of those with CF.
Since 2013, active surveillance for MRSA reduced, monitoring of cleaning effectiveness increased
The updated 1-hour sepsis care bundle is based on 2016 guidelines and recommends a specific set of treatments that should begin within 1 hour of sepsis recognition.
The FDA has approved Recarbrio for the treatment of adult patients aged 18 years and older with complicated UTI.
A significant percentage of patients with uncomplicated urinary tract infection (UTI) are treated with an empiric antibiotic agent to which the etiologic bacteria is resistant.
Fosfomycin for injection may show promise and noninferiority compared with standard treatment for complicated urinary tract infections.
Coverage with 2-dose ivermectin-based mass drug administration may have a large and sustained effect on disease prevalence.
