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  • Author: Daniel J. Livorsi
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Improving shared decision-making around antimicrobial-prescribing during the end-of-life period: a qualitative study of Veterans, their support caregivers, and their providers

Abstract: Objective: Antimicrobials are frequently used for palliation during end-of-life care, but adverse effects, such as antimicrobial resistance, are a concern. Shared …

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The association of infectious diseases consultation and 30-day mortality rates among veterans with enterococcal bacteraemia: a propensity score–matched retrospective cohort study

Abstract: Infectious disease consultation (IDC) has been associated with improved outcomes in several infections, but the benefit of IDC among patients with enterococcal …

Physical Health Peer reviewed

Setting the Research Agenda for Preventing Infections From Multidrug-Resistant Organisms in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: This is a commentary which outlines the research agenda for preventing infections in the Veterans Health Administration.

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