Principles of Therapy
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General Principles
- Infections are caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites and can involve any organ system.
- Antimicrobials should be used carefully and only when indicated. Antimicrobial stewardship is necessary to combat drug resistance, avoid adverse effects, and curb excess cost.
- Infectious disease consultation reduces mortality for many infections and can aid with diagnosis and management of complicated infectious diseases and monitoring of antimicrobial therapy.1
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General Principles
- Infections are caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites and can involve any organ system.
- Antimicrobials should be used carefully and only when indicated. Antimicrobial stewardship is necessary to combat drug resistance, avoid adverse effects, and curb excess cost.
- Infectious disease consultation reduces mortality for many infections and can aid with diagnosis and management of complicated infectious diseases and monitoring of antimicrobial therapy.1
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