Amikacin-containing regimens for treatment of nocardiosis in immunocompromised patients

Eur J Clin Microbiol. 1987 Apr;6(2):198-200. doi: 10.1007/BF02018213.

Abstract

Eight patients with disseminated infections due to multi-resistant Nocardia asteroides were administered amikacin in combination with other effective antibiotics for a duration of 2 to 12 months. Seven patients were considered cured at follow-up after two years.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Amikacin / therapeutic use*
  • Humans
  • Immune Tolerance
  • Immunosuppression Therapy
  • Middle Aged
  • Nocardia Infections / drug therapy*
  • Nocardia asteroides / drug effects

Substances

  • Amikacin