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Ep 107- "Getting the antibiotics Dose Right-Optimizing Antibiotic Use in Critical Care: "
- 2024/10/21
- 再生時間: 10 分
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あらすじ・解説
In this episode, we explore a crucial aspect of **critical care**: how to optimize antibiotic dosing for critically ill patients, especially those with **sepsis** or **septic shock**. When patients are seriously ill, their bodies often handle medications differently, which makes it essential to carefully adjust antibiotic doses to ensure they work effectively while avoiding harmful side effects. We’ll break down the importance of understanding how antibiotics behave in the body (pharmacokinetics) and how they fight infections (pharmacodynamics). You’ll learn about the latest strategies doctors use to fine-tune antibiotic therapy, like **therapeutic drug monitoring** and using advanced technology to predict the best dose for each patient. We'll also discuss exciting new approaches, including the potential of **artificial intelligence** in improving treatment. This episode is for anyone interested in how modern medicine is pushing boundaries to deliver the best care for those in **intensive care**. Join us as we uncover how precision in antibiotic therapy is saving lives and improving outcomes for the most vulnerable patients.