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Vancomycin-resistant enterococcus: case reviews after transplantation

K R Dobbin, B A Dunworth

    AACN Clinical Issues
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    Vancomycin-resistant enterococcus (VRE) infections are a growing problem, especially in transplant patients. This review discusses VRE risks, prevention, and treatment strategies for these difficult-to-treat infections.

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    Area of Science:

    • Infectious Diseases
    • Microbiology
    • Clinical Medicine

    Background:

    • Rising vancomycin use has driven the emergence of vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE).
    • VRE infections pose significant treatment challenges and increase healthcare costs.
    • Vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus faecium (VREF) is a key VRE species of concern.