Clinical course and radiographic resolution of pneumonia in dogs treated with a shorter versus longer course of antimicrobials: a randomized, double-masked, placebo-controlled study.

Erica L ReinekeMegan E McCloskyKatie D MauroAdam SchlaxKathryn M McGonigleHeather ScavelloStephen D ColeLaurel E Redding

Published in: Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (2024)

Resolution of clinical and radiographic signs followed similar courses in dogs with uncomplicated pneumonia receiving a 2-week course of antimicrobials compared to a 4-week course. Clinical signs may be more useful for guiding discontinuation of antimicrobial therapy for pneumonia than radiographic signs.

Keyphrases

single molecule
respiratory failure
community acquired pneumonia
clinical trial
intensive care unit
urinary tract infection
study protocol
acute respiratory distress syndrome