Pathologie-biologie
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Pathologie-biologie · Feb 2015
Prevalence and clinical distribution of multidrug-resistant bacteria (3537 isolates) in a tertiary Chinese hospital (January 2012-December 2013).
Multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs) have become a widespread serious problem in recent years. Our objective was to determine the prevalence and clinical distribution of MDROs in a tertiary care hospital in China from January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2013. ⋯ High prevalence of MDROs has emerged in our hospital, particular in various ICU and surgical department. The effective way to prevent the further spread of MDROs is to strengthen the protection of respiratory tract and surgical wounds.
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Pathologie-biologie · Feb 2015
Successful treatment of renal light chain (AL) amyloidosis with bortezomib and dexamethasone (VD).
To assess the efficacy and tolerability of bortezomib with dexamethasone for patients with renal light chain (AL) amyloidosis. ⋯ VD produces rapid, deep and durable hematological responses and renal responses in the majority of patients with newly diagnosed renal AL. It is well tolerated. This treatment may be a good option as first-line treatment for renal AL amyloidosis patients.