Transperineal Prostate Biopsy Without Antibiotic Prophylaxis Appears Safe
Data are from the first randomized clinical trial evaluating whether prophylactic antibiotics are needed for transperineal prostate biopsy.
Data are from the first randomized clinical trial evaluating whether prophylactic antibiotics are needed for transperineal prostate biopsy.
Urologists appear more likely than other specialists to inappropriately treat uncomplicated cystitis, according to study findings.
Guidelines recommend that clinicians prescribe fluoroquinolone at lower doses in patients with reduced kidney function.
Researchers conducted a study to assess the effect of an antibiotic stewardship program on the use of appropriate antibiotic therapy among patients with urinary tract infections in the ED.
Researchers conducted a study to assess the safety and efficacy of aminoglycosides or polymyxin monotherapy for the treatment of adults with complicated urinary tract infections caused by extensively drug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Prescribers need to weigh the clinical benefits and potential cardiac risks of respiratory fluoroquinolones and amoxicillin-based antibiotics on an individual basis.
Investigators conducted a cohort study that compared adverse effects and outcomes among patients with community-acquired urinary tract infection treated with cotrimoxazole vs fluoroquinolones.
The American College of Physicians convened a panel to identify best practices for the use of short-course antibiotics in the management of common infections.
Findings support prescribing antimicrobials for no longer than needed.
Proton pump inhibitors, beta-blockers, antimetabolites linked to infection with antibiotic-resistant bacteria