Correction: Prevention of Regionally Specific or Uncommon Infections Following Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation
Overview
This correction addresses errors in author names in the previously published guidelines on preventing infectious complications among hematopoietic cell transplant recipients. The corrected author names are LV Kirchhoff and C Arns da Cunha.
Background
The original guidelines provide a comprehensive global perspective on preventing infectious complications in hematopoietic cell transplant recipients. These recommendations were developed by multiple international organizations including CIBMTR, NMDP, EBMT, ASBMT, CBMTG, IDSA, SHEA, AMMI, and CDC. Accurate authorship is essential for proper attribution and clarity in clinical guidelines. This correction ensures the integrity of the author list and maintains the credibility of the published recommendations.
Data Highlights
No numerical data presented in this correction notice.
Key Findings
The original publication contained errors in two author names.
The correct names are LV Kirchhoff and C Arns da Cunha.
The correction pertains solely to author name accuracy, not to clinical content.
The Executive Committee issued an apology for any confusion caused.
Clinical Implications
Clinicians and researchers referencing the guidelines should use the corrected author names to ensure proper citation. The correction does not affect the clinical recommendations or guidelines themselves.
Conclusion
This correction clarifies author name inaccuracies to uphold the integrity of the published guidelines on infection prevention in hematopoietic cell transplant recipients.
References
Tomblyn M et al. 2009 -- Guidelines for preventing infectious complications among hematopoietic cell transplant recipients: a global perspective
