Reevaluation of the impact of methicillin-resistance on outcomes in patients with Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia and endocarditis

Background/Aims Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is highly prevalent in hospitals, and has recently emerged in the community. The impact of methicillin-resistance on mortality and medical costs for patients with S. aureus bacteremia (SAB) requires reevaluation. Methods We searched...

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Main Authors: Eun-Jeong Joo, Dong Ah Park, Cheol-In Kang, Doo Ryeon Chung, Jae-Hoon Song, Sang Moo Lee, Kyong Ran Peck
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The Korean Association of Internal Medicine 2019-11-01
Series:The Korean Journal of Internal Medicine
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Online Access:http://www.kjim.org/upload/pdf/kjim-2017-098.pdf