Which antibiotics should we prefer empirical treatment of urinary tract infections in elderly patients?
Aim: Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a major cause of mortality and morbidity in elderly patients. In this cross-sectional study, we aimed to determine the frequency and antibiotic resistance profile of the bacteria causing UTI and contribute to the empirical treatment options in elderly patients.M...
Main Authors: | Nergis Asgin, Şerife Satılmış |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Journal of Surgery and Medicine
2019-12-01
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Series: | Journal of Surgery and Medicine |
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Online Access: | https://dergipark.org.tr/en/pub/josam/issue/50441/650249 |
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