Key result
Among 80 patients with nonstaphylococcal CIED-related infections, the overall mortality rate was 4%, and inappropriate antimicrobial coverage was initially provided in about 50% of cases.
Population
80 patients with nonstaphylococcal CIED-related infection admitted to 4 academic hospitals in Houston, Texas.
Design
Cohort
Authors
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Initial inappropriate coverage in half of nonstaphylococcal CIED infections may support broader empirical regimens; leaves open survival impact in larger studies.
Observational (n=80)
Yes
Nonstaphylococcal CIED infections are prevalent (16%) and can involve secondary seeding, highlighting the need for broad-spectrum empirical coverage including Gram-negative bacteria.
Viola et al. (2010) conducted an observational in Nonstaphylococcal cardiac implantable electronic device (CIED) infections (n=80). Nonstaphylococcal CIED-related infection was evaluated on Overall mortality. Among 80 patients with nonstaphylococcal CIED-related infections, the overall mortality rate was 4%, and inappropriate antimicrobial coverage was initially provided in about 50% of cases.
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