Mortality associated with carbapenem-susceptible and Verona Integron-encoded Metallo- β-lactamase-positive Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteremia

ConclusionsThe crude mortality rate was significantly higher in patients with a VIM-PA bacteremia compared to patients with a CS-PA bacteremia; however, when analyzing the data in a multivariable model this difference was non-significant. Awareness of the presence ofP. aeruginosa in the hospital environment that may be transmitted to patients and rapid microbiological diagnostics are essential for timely administration of appropriate antibiotics. Acquisition ofP. aeruginosa should be prevented, independent of resistance profile.
Source: Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research