Loading dose plus continuous/extended infusion versus intermittent bolus of β-lactams for the treatment of Gram-negative bacteria bloodstream infections: a propensity score-adjusted retrospective cohort study

ConclusionsThe use of LD  + EI/CI of β-lactams in patients with a GNB-BSI may be associated with reduced mortality; also in patients with severe presentation of infection or with additional risk factors, such as immunodepression.
Source: Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy - Category: Microbiology Source Type: research