The use of a standardized PCT-algorithm reduces costs in intensive care in septic patients - a DRG-based simulation model
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Introduction</p> <p>The management of bloodstream infections especially sepsis is a difficult task. An optimal antibiotic therapy (ABX) is paramount for success. Procalcitonin (PCT) is a well investigated biomarker that allows close monitoring of the...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2011-12-01
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| Series: | European Journal of Medical Research |
| Online Access: | http://www.eurjmedres.com/content/16/12/543 |