Patent Ductus Arteriosus Stenting for All Ductal-Dependent Cyanotic Infants: Waning Use of Blalock-Taussig Shunts.

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Septic shock and adequacy of early empiric antibiotics in the emergency department.

Background: Antibiotic resistance is an increasing concern for Emergency Physicians.

Objectives: To examine whether empiric antibiotic therapy achieved appropriate antimicrobial coverage in emergency department (ED) septic shock patients and evaluate reasons for inadequate coverage.

Methods: Retrospective review was performed of all adult septic shock patients presenting to the ED of a tertiary care center from December 2007 to September 2008.