Predictors of Failed Pseudomonas aeruginosa Eradication in Children With Cystic Fibrosis
Investigators sought to determine whether resistance to antibiotic treatment was associated with failed eradication therapy in patients with cystic fibrosis.
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Machine Learning Estimates Treatment Effect of Corticosteroids in Septic Shock
The researchers’ objective was to determine whether machine learning-derived estimated individual corticosteroid therapy effect yields better results than treat all or treat no one strategies in adult patients with septic shock.
Meta-Analysis: SARS-CoV-2 Air Contamination in Hospitals
Study authors reviewed current evidence on air contamination with SARS-CoV-2 in hospital settings, and the factors associated with contamination.
High Prevalence of Antibiotic Resistance in Men Having Sex with Men
The goal of this study was to assess the impact of doxycycline PEP on M genitalium, an emerging pathogen among men who have sex with men that has rising rates of antibiotic resistance.
Surgical Antimicrobial Prophylaxis After Umbilical Cord Clamping Does Not Increase SSI
Study authors sought to determine whether surgical antimicrobial prophylaxis administration following cord clamping led to an increase risk of surgical site infections.
SARS-CoV-2 Household Transmission: Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis
Study authors examined evidence for household transmission of SARS-CoV-2 and compared it with other coronaviruses.
IL-6 Inhibitors Associated With Reduced In-Hospital COVID-19 Mortality
Investigators assessed whether interleukin-6 inhibitors reduced the odds of in-hospital COVID-related mortality.
SARS-CoV-2 Seroprevalence and Risk Factors Among Close Contacts
Intensive health surveillance of close contracts of patients with COVID-19 provided a rare opportunity to determine asymptomatic attack rates and SARS-CoV-2 transmission risk factors.
Lessons Learned From COVID-19 Response in New York City Hospitals
This detailed description of an institutional response to the COVID-19 pandemic in NYC highlights approaches that can be applied to help other hospitals plan for surges.
Disinfectant Wipes Transfer C Difficile Spores
Study authors tested the effect of disinfectant wipes on spore loads and cross-contamination risk for Clostridioides difficile.
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