Extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae (ESBL-PE) infections: are carbapenem alternatives achievable in daily practice?

Objectives: To avoid the use of carbapenems, alternatives such as cephamycin, piperacillin–tazobactam, and others are suggested for the treatment of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae (ESBL-PE) infections. The aim of this study was to evaluate the frequency and the feasibi...

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Main Authors: B. Pilmis, T. Delory, M. Groh, E. Weiss, A. Emirian, H. Lecuyer, P. Lesprit, J.-R. Zahar
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2015-10-01
Series:International Journal of Infectious Diseases
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1201971215002064