Microbiological and Clinical Features of Polymicrobial Bloodstream Infections in Patients with Hematologic Malignancies: A Cross-Sectional Analysis - Takeaways - MDSpire

Microbiological and Clinical Features of Polymicrobial Bloodstream Infections in Patients with Hematologic Malignancies: A Cross-Sectional Analysis

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  • Nur Oğuz Davutoğlu

  • Gökhan Pektaş

  • Mehmet Bilgehan Pektaş

  • January 22, 2026

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    Patients with hematologic malignancies are at high risk for polymicrobial bloodstream infections (PBSIs) and associated mortality.

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    The study included 108 patients, with 19.4% diagnosed with PBSIs, highlighting the prevalence of these infections in this population.

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    Common pathogens in PBSIs were gram-positive organisms and multidrug-resistant gram-negative bacteria, complicating treatment.

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    Empirical antibiotic therapy is critical for improving outcomes in patients with PBSIs, necessitating timely adjustments based on susceptibility.

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    The study aims to enhance understanding of PBSIs to optimize antibiotic therapy and reduce infection-related mortality in hematologic patients.

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Microbiological and Clinical Features of Polymicrobial Bloodstream Infections in Patients with Hematologic Malignancies: A Cross-Sectional Analysis

  • by Nur Oğuz Davutoğlu, Gökhan Pektaş, Mehmet Bilgehan Pektaş

  • January 22, 2026

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