Intensivists’ beliefs about rapid multiplex molecular diagnostic testing and its potential role in improving prescribing decisions and antimicrobial stewardship: a qualitative study

Intensivists’ beliefs about rapid multiplex molecular diagnostic testing and its potential role in improving prescribing decisions and antimicrobial stewardship: a qualitative study

Abstract Background Rapid molecular diagnostic tests to investigate the microbial aetiology of pneumonias may improve treatment and antimicrobial stewardship in intensive care units (ICUs). Clinicians’ endorsement and uptake of these tests is crucial to maximise engagement; however, adoption may be...

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Main Authors: Alyssa M. Pandolfo, Robert Horne, Yogini Jani, Tom W. Reader, Natalie Bidad, David Brealey, Virve I. Enne, David M. Livermore, Vanya Gant, Stephen J. Brett, the INHALE WP2 Study Group
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-06-01
Series:Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control
Subjects:
Rapid molecular diagnostics
Antimicrobial prescription
Intensive care
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13756-021-00961-4

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13756-021-00961-4

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