Prior antibiotic use and acquisition of multidrug-resistant organisms in hospitalized children: A systematic review

Volume: 40, Issue: 10, Pages: 1107 - 1115
Published: Jul 30, 2019
Abstract
Objective: Multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs) cause ~5%–10% of infections in hospitalized children, leading to an increased risk of death, prolonged hospitalization, and additional costs. Antibiotic exposure is considered a driving factor of MDRO acquisition; however, consensus regarding the impact of antibiotic factors, especially in children, is lacking. We conducted a systematic review to examine the relationship between antibiotic use and...
Paper Details
Title
Prior antibiotic use and acquisition of multidrug-resistant organisms in hospitalized children: A systematic review
Published Date
Jul 30, 2019
Volume
40
Issue
10
Pages
1107 - 1115
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