Predictors and outcomes of peritoneal dialysis-related infections due to filamentous molds (MycoPDICS)

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Authors

Talerngsak Kanjanabuch · King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital

Tanawin Nopsopon

Tanittha Chatsuwan · Chulalongkorn University

Sirirat Purisinsith · Bangkok Metropolitan Administration

David W. Johnson · Translational Research Institute

Nibondh Udomsantisuk · Bangkok University

Guttiga Halue · University of Phayao

Abstract

Non-hyaline-mold peritonitis had worse survival. Longer duration and higher daily dosage of antifungal treatment were associated with better survival. Deviations from the 2016 ISPD Peritonitis Guideline recommendations concerning treatment duration and catheter removal timing were independently associated with higher mortality.

Topics & Keywords

Dialysis and Renal Disease Management Antifungal resistance and susceptibility Kidney Stones and Urolithiasis Treatments

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: PLoS ONE

Volume 17, Issue 5, pp. e0268823-e0268823

DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0268823

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