Source: Infections in Medicine 26(2) 49-57.
Year of publication: 2009
Publication type: Journal Article
In a nutshell: Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) must be recognized now as one of the most common causes of infections acquired in the community. In addition, serious invasive and often fatal episodes of necrotizing pneumonia, necrotizing fasciitis, endocarditis, and sepsis are being reported with increased frequency. Therefore, rapid diagnostic tests and new therapeutic agents are urgently needed for the early detection and management of these infections. Recognition of at-risk persons and implementation of infection control strategies are strongly emphasized and encouraged by the most important regulatory institutions. The approach to community-acquired MRSA infections has become a challenge to physicians.
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