Impact of beta-lactam allergy labels on bone marrow transplant patients

Abstract Background: Approximately 95% of patients with a beta-lactam allergy noted in their medical record are not truly allergic when tested. These patients may unnecessarily avoid first-line antibiotics, resulting in increased treatment failure, higher costs, and antibiotic resistance. Bone mar...

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Main Authors: Benjamin M. Haxby, Kendall J. Tucker, Caitlin M. McCracken, YoungYoon Ham, Jon P. Furuno, Jessina C. McGregor
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Cambridge University Press 2025-01-01
Series:Antimicrobial Stewardship & Healthcare Epidemiology
Online Access:https://www.cambridge.org/core/product/identifier/S2732494X2500172X/type/journal_article
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