Clinical impact of the combination of rapid species identification and antifungal stewardship intervention in adults with candidemia
Background: Candidemia is associated with a high mortality rate. This study aimed to evaluate the clinical impact of a diagnostic intervention and antifungal stewardship in adults with candidemia, including effectiveness in facilitating appropriate antifungals and improving patient outcomes. Methods...
Main Authors: | Hao-En Jan, Ching-Lung Lo, Jen-Chieh Lee, Ming-Chi Li, Wen-Liang Lin, Wen-Chien Ko, Nan-Yao Lee |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2023-12-01
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Series: | Journal of Microbiology, Immunology and Infection |
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Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1684118223001652 |
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