Microorganisms resistant to conventional antimicrobials in acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Microorganisms resistant to conventional antimicrobials in acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Abstract Background Antimicrobial treatment for acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD) remains controversial. In some cases AECOPD are caused by microorganisms that are resistant to treatments recommended by guidelines. Our aims were: 1) identify the risk factors assoc...

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Main Authors: Cristina Estirado, Adrian Ceccato, Monica Guerrero, Arturo Huerta, Catia Cilloniz, Olivia Vilaró, Albert Gabarrús, Joaquim Gea, Ernesto Crisafulli, Nestor Soler, Antoni Torres
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-06-01
Series:Respiratory Research
Subjects:
COPD
Exacerbation
Resistance to antimicrobials
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12931-018-0820-1

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