Antibiotic spectrum index: A new tool comparing antibiotic use in three NICUs.

Brynne Archer SullivanAneesha PandaAaron Wallman-StokesRakesh SahniKaren D FairchildJason G NewlandChristopher C McPherson Zachary Andrew Vesoulis

Published in: Infection control and hospital epidemiology (2021)

An antibiotic spectrum index identified differences in prescribing practice patterns among 3 NICUs unique from those identified by standard antibiotic use metrics. Site differences in infection rates and unit practices or guidelines for prescribing antibiotics were reflected in the ASI. This comparison uncovered opportunities to improve antibiotic stewardship and demonstrates the utility of this metric for comparing antibiotic exposures among NICU populations.

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