Sepsis: the LightCycler SeptiFast Test MGRADE®, SepsiTest™ and IRIDICA BAC BSI assay for rapidly identifying bloodstream bacteria and fungi – a systematic review and economic evaluation

Background: Sepsis can lead to multiple organ failure and death. Timely and appropriate treatment can reduce in-hospital mortality and morbidity. Objectives: To determine the clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of three tests [LightCycler SeptiFast Test MGRADE® (Roche Diagnostics, Risch-Ro...

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Main Authors: Matt Stevenson, Abdullah Pandor, Marrissa Martyn-St James, Rachid Rafia, Lesley Uttley, John Stevens, Jean Sanderson, Ruth Wong, Gavin D Perkins, Ronan McMullan, Paul Dark
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: NIHR Journals Library 2016-06-01
Series:Health Technology Assessment
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.3310/hta20460