Publications by authors named "Julia E Kufel"
Use of local treatment in managing infections: Focus on antimicrobial locks, beads, and cement.
Am J Health Syst Pharm
September 2024
Article Synopsis
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- This review discusses local antimicrobial therapies like locks, beads, and cement, which are used to manage and prevent infections associated with medical devices, though their effectiveness is debated.
- There are inconsistencies in research on antimicrobial lock therapy and the use of antibiotic beads/cement, particularly regarding antibiotic choice, application duration, and their success rates in preventing or treating infections.