Methicillin-ResistantStaphylococcus aureusin Early Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia: Cause for Concern?

Abstract

Although the incidence of early SA VAP with methicillin resistance increased significantly within the first 7 d of admission, this study showed no difference in mortality and resource utilization between early VAP from MRSA and other causative organisms, despite lack of empiric MRSA coverage.

Does organophosphorus poisoning increase the risk of staphylococcal ventilator associated pneumonia? – a retrospective study

“…However, similar studies conducted in an Indian setting have a staphylococcal prevalence similar to ours, with around 15% of VAP being caused by Staphylococcus and nearly half were MRSA [3]. The most common organisms causing VAP were Gram-negative organisms such as Pseudomonas, Acinetobacter, and members of Enterobacteriaceae similar to studies conducted in various ICU settings [12].…”

Rational Selection and Use of Antimicrobials in Patients with Burn Injuries

“…3,75 It is recommended that each unit keep an annual antibiogram that is unit specific and separate from that of the broader institution. [75][76][77] Technology hurdles and low pathogen yield are frequent preclusions to annual analysis. However, a multiyear format can be used for units with low incidence of certain pathogens of concern.…”