Factors associated with multidrug-resistant bacteria in healthcare-associated infections: a pediatric intensive care unit case-control study.

Objective: To investigate the prevalence of factors related to healthcare-associated infections, caused by multidrug-resistant bacteria, in a pediatric intensive care unit.

Methods: A retrospective case-control study conducted from January 1, 2007 to December 31, 2018, in São Paulo (SP), Brazil. The study was carried out at the pediatric intensive care unit of a high-complexity, tertiary care general hospital.

The impact of monitoring software on antimicrobial management in a pediatric intensive care unit.

Introduction: Antimicrobial stewardship programs are necessary practices to combat resistance in hospital infections. However, studies frequently cite the scarcity of technological resources as an obstacle to the comprehensive development of ASPs.

Objectives: The aim of the study was to assess the impact of monitoring software on reducing antibiotic consumption and reducing resistance in a pediatric intensive care unit.