May 17, 2021Open Access

Sex differences in vancomycin-resistant enterococci bloodstream infections—a systematic review and meta-analysis

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Current literature suggests sex differences with male preference (59%) in the distribution of VRE BSI cases. Further primary studies should address the question of male-specific factors favoring the enhanced frequency of VRE BSI.

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