Comparative incidence of acute kidney injury in patients on vancomycin therapy in combination with cefepime, piperacillin-tazobactam or meropenem

This study found a statistically significant difference in the incidence of AKI in patient receiving VPT when compared to VC or VM. This finding supports the need for careful monitoring of renal function in patients receiving VPT therapy and routine evaluation for de-escalation of antimicrobial therapy.PMID:34424136 | DOI:10.1080/1120009X.2021.1965334
Source: Journal of Chemotherapy - Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Source Type: research