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Respirology February 2024 PMID 37696757

Topical antibiotics prophylaxis for infections of indwelling pleural/peritoneal catheters (TAP-IPC): A pilot study.

Estee P M Lau, Sam Faber, Chloe Charlesworth, Sue Morey, Sona Vekaria, Pierre Filion, Aron Chakera, Y C Gary Lee

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Sep 2023

All 3 dated mentions so far are from Sep 2023.

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What people are saying

Many discussions focus on the study's practical implications, such as mentions of mupirocin's tolerability and the high compliance rate, as well as its potential to reduce infections, with phrases like 'feasible for long-term use' and 'may help' reflecting cautious optimism. The tone varies from supportive to skeptical, demonstrating an overall moderate impact perception.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posters acknowledge the potential benefits of mupirocin prophylaxis, with some highlighting its promising results and feasibility, though skepticism remains about definitive conclusions.

InterestModerate interest

Discussions show moderate interest, with posters expressing curiosity about the methodology and implications without intense enthusiasm.

EngagementNeutral engagement

While some posters reference specific study details, many simply share opinions or brief comments, indicating moderate engagement rather than deep analysis.

ImpactModerate impact

The discourse suggests the study could influence future practices, but the overall cautious tone indicates it's seen as preliminary rather than groundbreaking.

Abstract in brief

  • This study explored using topical mupirocin on indwelling pleural and peritoneal catheters (IPC and IPeC) to prevent infections, showing it doesn't damage the catheters and is well tolerated over 6 months.
  • Patients applied mupirocin at the catheter exit site regularly, with high compliance (about 96%), and no major issues were reported.
  • While some infections still occurred, the findings suggest that mupirocin prophylaxis is feasible for long-term use and may help reduce catheter-related infections, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.]
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Respirology
@RespirologyAPSR · X

Sep 26, 2023 · 6 likes · 1 share · 8,019 followers View post →
Staph aureus/MRSA papers
@PubmedB30156 · X

Topical antibiotics prophylaxis for infections of indwelling pleural/peritoneal catheters (TAP-IPC): A pilot study. (https://t.co/MJj77OYN6L)

Sep 12, 2023 · 19 followers View post →