Why is MRSA such a problematic pathogen?

Update: 2010-09-29

Description

In this Episode, Dr. George Zhanel from University of Manitoba in Canada provides insights
on why MRSA is such a problematic pathogen.

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In Channel

What are the short- and long-term challenges as well as advancements that will impact the management of patients with MRSA infections?

2011-02-1306:27

How can we prevent the spread of MRSA in the hospital?

2011-02-0607:59

Is there a role for OPAT in the management of patients with MRSA infections?

2011-01-3007:29

Can we determine the appropriate duration of therapy for MRSA infections?

2011-01-2309:43

What stewardship tactics can be applied to the management of MRSA infections?

2011-01-1609:31

Can we differentiate among newer agents for MRSA bacteremia and endocarditis?

2011-01-0909:57

How should clinicians manage MRSA bacteremia and infective endocarditis?

2011-01-0206:47

How can primary care physicians manage community-associated MRSA pneumonia?

2010-12-2606:23

What is the optimal treatment for MRSA nosocomial pneumonia?

2010-12-1907:50

What are the therapeutic options for a complicated skin or skin structure MRSA infection?

2010-12-1208:54

How can clinicians optimally manage community-associated MRSA skin infections?

2010-12-0507:53

What strategies can be used to effectively manage patients with skin and soft tissue MRSA infections?

2010-11-2811:39

When should an alternative agent to vancomycin be considered for MRSA infections?

2010-11-2108:51

What are the toxicity concerns associated with using vancomycin for MRSA infections?

2010-11-1409:54

Should therapeutic drug monitoring be considered when using vancomycin for MRSA infections?

2010-11-0708:18

What is the appropriate vancomycin dosing to maximize its effectiveness?

2010-10-3105:52

What is vancomycin 'MIC creep'?

2010-10-2411:16

What is community-associated MRSA? How is it different from healthcare-acquired MRSA?