23. The ID:IOTS guide to Carbapenems
ID:IOTS - Infectious Disease Insight Of Two Specialists
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Understanding the Role and Challenges of Carbapenems
The chapter explores the use of carbapenems, highlighting their classification as reserved antibiotics due to the rise of carbapenemase-producing organisms. It discusses the considerations in using meropenem and ertapenem in different clinical settings, emphasizing the advantages and challenges of each. The conversation delves into the ethical dilemmas and complexities faced by clinicians when deciding to prescribe carbapenems, stressing the importance of judicious use to combat antimicrobial resistance.
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