Publications by authors named "Richard Itzla"
Decision analysis of antibiotic and diagnostic strategies in ventilator-associated pneumonia.
Am J Respir Crit Care Med
November 2003
Article Synopsis
- - The study analyzed different strategies for treating ventilator-associated pneumonia, comparing antibiotic therapy with and without diagnostic testing methods like bronchoscopy and mini-BAL.
- - Results indicated that using three antibiotics upfront improved survival rates and reduced costs compared to fewer antibiotics or deferring treatment.
- - Ultimately, the combination of three antibiotics and mini-BAL was identified as the most effective strategy for balancing survival, cost, and antibiotic usage.