Burden of bloodstream infection in older persons: a population-based study.

Kevin B LauplandKelsey PasquillLisa SteeleElizabeth C Parfitt

Published in: BMC geriatrics (2021)

Bloodstream infection is common in older persons and is a major cause of death. Countries with aging populations worldwide should expect an increase burden associated with BSI in the coming years.

Keyphrases

community dwelling
physical activity
middle aged
gram negative
klebsiella pneumoniae
risk factors
escherichia coli