Do you prefer Vancomycin or Daptomycin for gram positive coverage in culture negative prosthetic valve endocarditis considering both Corynebacterium and Enterococcus are notable possible pathogens?
Answer from: at Academic Institution
In recent years, we have transitioned from using Vancomycin to Daptomycin for the treatment of endocarditis, whether it involves a native or prosthetic valve or culture negative. This shift is primarily due to concerns about intolerance rather than Vancomycin resistance. Additionally, recent literat...
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at Beebe Infectious Disease Excellent review - thank you, Dr. @Mandadi. I agre...
Excellent review - thank you, Dr. @Mandadi. I agre...