Development of a Risk-Scoring Tool to Determine Appropriate Level of Care in Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin Structure Infections in an Acute Healthcare Setting

Development of a Risk-Scoring Tool to Determine Appropriate Level of Care in Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin Structure Infections in an Acute Healthcare Setting

Abstract Introduction Acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections (ABSSSIs) represent a large burden to the US healthcare system. There is little evidence-based guidance regarding the appropriate level of care for ABSSSIs. This study aimed to develop a prediction model and risk-scoring tool t...

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Main Authors: Kimberly C. Claeys, Evan J. Zasowski, Abdalhamid M. Lagnf, Noor Sabagha, Donald P. Levine, Susan L. Davis, Michael J. Rybak
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Adis, Springer Healthcare 2018-09-01
Series:Infectious Diseases and Therapy
Subjects:
Acute bacterial skin and skin structure infection
Emergency department
Observation unit
Patient disposition
Predictive analytics
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40121-018-0212-3

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