Ceftazidime/avibactam-based versus polymyxin B-based therapeutic regimens for the treatment of carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae infection in critically ill patients: a retrospective cohort study
Abstract:Background: Considering the importance of ceftazidime/avibactam (CAZ/AVI) and polymyxin B (PMB) in treating carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae (CRKP) infection, it is essential to evaluate the efficacy and safety of these agents and provide appropriate medical advice to clinical specialists. Methods: We conducted a retrospective cohort study in two Chinese tertiary hospitals for critically ill patients with CRKP infection who received at least 24-hour CAZ/AVI-based or PMB-based treatment. A binary logi… Show more
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