Cost-effectiveness analysis of parenteral antimicrobials for acute melioidosis in Thailand

• Main Authors: Viriya Hantrakun, Wirongrong Chierakul, Ploenchan Chetchotisakd, Siriluck Anunnatsiri, Bart J. Currie, Sharon J. Peacock, Nicholas P.J. Day, Phaik Cheah, Direk Limmathurotsakul, Yoel Lubell
• Other Authors: Mahidol University
• Format: Article
• Published: 2018
• Subjects: Immunology and Microbiology
• Online Access: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/123456789/36171

© The Author 2015. Background: Melioidosis is a common community-acquired infectious disease in northeast Thailand associated with overall mortality of approximately 40% in hospitalized patients, and over 70% in severe cases. Ceftazidime is recommended for parenteral treatment in patients with suspe...