Repeat tracheal aspirate cultures in pediatric intensive care patients: Frequency, resistance, and antimicrobial use.

Edward LyonJennifer GoldmanBrian LeeMargaret CampbellRangaraj Selvarangan Elizabeth A Monsees

Published in: Infection control and hospital epidemiology (2024)

Repeat TA cultures frequently show the same pathogens, and results do not often influence antibiotic selection or usage. Repeat TA cultures did demonstrate the development of MDROs.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
newly diagnosed
ejection fraction
chronic kidney disease
staphylococcus aureus
peritoneal dialysis
young adults
gram negative
antimicrobial resistance
patient reported