International journal of infectious diseases : IJID : official publication of the International Society for Infectious Diseases
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Int. J. Infect. Dis. · May 2012
Bloodstream infection with extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae at a tertiary care hospital in New Zealand: risk factors and outcomes.
To define local risk factors and outcomes for bacteremia with extended-spectrum beta-lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae (ESBL-E) at a tertiary hospital in New Zealand. ⋯ The association with fluoroquinolone exposure suggests that measures to reduce unnecessary use may be an effective preventative strategy. Known colonization with ESBL-E is a strong risk factor for ESBL-E bacteremia, and colonization status should be taken into consideration when choosing empirical therapy.