Annales françaises d'anesthèsie et de rèanimation
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With the objective of clarifying the modes of using glycopeptides in intensive care, a survey with a declared intention was performed in June 2001, in the form of a postal questionnaire; it was possible to exploit 742 answers. Analysis of the results showed that 15% of the doctors completing the questionnaire had not employed glycopeptides within the past six months. Preference was given to vancomycin, and 65% of practitioners prescribed this drug only, while 1% of them only prescribed teicoplanin. ⋯ In conclusion, is seems that the methods of using glycopeptides vary considerably. The great heterogeneity of practices suggests a lack of compliance by prescribing practitioners with current recommendations. It also seems that a precise definition of the target plasma levels to be achieved in different indications is necessary.
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Ann Fr Anesth Reanim · May 2002
Letter Clinical Trial[Laryngeal mask for adenoidectomy: some useful cautions].