The Current State of Antifungal Stewardship in Immunocompromised Populations
Inappropriate antifungal use is prevalent and can lead to drug-resistant fungi, expose patients to adverse drug events, and increase healthcare costs. While antimicrobial stewardship programs have traditionally focused on antibiotic use, the need for targeted antifungal stewardship (AFS) interventio...
Main Authors: | William Alegria, Payal K. Patel |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-04-01
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Series: | Journal of Fungi |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2309-608X/7/5/352 |
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