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Programs promoting timely sequential antimicrobial therapy: an American perspective

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  • 1Division of Infectious Diseases, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC 27710, USA.

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|November 20, 1998
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Hospitals are implementing interventional programs for timely conversion from intravenous to oral antimicrobial therapy. These programs utilize multidisciplinary strategies and structured criteria to manage antimicrobial expenditures effectively.

Area of Science:

  • Pharmacoeconomics
  • Infectious Disease Management
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • Interventional programs for antimicrobial therapy conversion are increasingly adopted in hospitals.
  • Technological advancements, healthcare delivery changes, and clinical pharmacy growth influence these programs.
  • Publication of supportive clinical data drives program adoption.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review factors influencing the initiation and execution of intravenous to oral antimicrobial therapy conversion programs.
  • To highlight strategies for containing antimicrobial-related expenditures.
  • To explore future trends impacting the growth of these programs.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of existing literature and hospital program reports.

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  • Identification of key factors and strategies for successful program implementation.
  • Review of technological and clinical advancements relevant to antimicrobial stewardship.

    • Main Results:

    • Successful programs integrate comprehensive, multidisciplinary approaches.
    • Structured criteria are essential for interventions aimed at cost containment.
    • Factors like technology and pharmacy services significantly impact program success.

    Conclusions:

    • Multidisciplinary strategies based on structured criteria are effective for managing antimicrobial expenditures.
    • Future growth of these programs is anticipated, influenced by cost-effectiveness, IT, and care maps.
    • Continued development of interventional programs is crucial for optimizing antimicrobial therapy.