Alberto Gaviraghi
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View article: Multidrug-Resistant <i>Mycobacterium tuberculosis</i> in a Community Hospital, Luanda, Angola
Multidrug-Resistant <i>Mycobacterium tuberculosis</i> in a Community Hospital, Luanda, Angola Open
In a longitudinal study in a first-level hospital in Luanda, Angola, we found rifampin-resistant and multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (TB) in 38 (8%, 95% CI 5.7-10.8) of 474 patients with no previous history of TB. Of note, 2 patients (0.4…
View article: Prescription habits and drugs accessibility for the treatment of non-tuberculous mycobacteria infections in Italy: a multicentric survey from the IRENE study group
Prescription habits and drugs accessibility for the treatment of non-tuberculous mycobacteria infections in Italy: a multicentric survey from the IRENE study group Open
View article: Association between <scp>MASLD</scp> and increased risk of serious bacterial infections requiring hospital admission: A meta‐analysis
Association between <span>MASLD</span> and increased risk of serious bacterial infections requiring hospital admission: A meta‐analysis Open
Background Previous studies have reported an association between metabolic dysfunction‐associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) and the risk of serious bacterial infections. However, the magnitude of the risk and whether this risk varies…
View article: Association Between Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease and Increased Risk of Severe Bacterial Infections: A Meta-Analysis
Association Between Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease and Increased Risk of Severe Bacterial Infections: A Meta-Analysis Open
Background Previous studies have reported an association between metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) and risk of severe bacterial infections. However, the magnitude of the risk and whether this risk varies with…
View article: Antimicrobial Resistance in Migratory Paths, Refugees, Asylum Seekers and Internally Displaced Persons: A Narrative Review
Antimicrobial Resistance in Migratory Paths, Refugees, Asylum Seekers and Internally Displaced Persons: A Narrative Review Open
Purpose of Review Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a significant global health challenge, especially for populations with limited access to healthcare services and poor living conditions. This narrative review focuses on the determinants …
View article: Low azithromycin maximal concentrations in patients concomitantly taking rifampicin: time to move away from rifampicin in the treatment of non-tuberculous mycobacteria?
Low azithromycin maximal concentrations in patients concomitantly taking rifampicin: time to move away from rifampicin in the treatment of non-tuberculous mycobacteria? Open
View article: A rare SARS-CoV-2 complication: Candida spondylodiscitis following SARS-CoV-2 infection—two case reports
A rare SARS-CoV-2 complication: Candida spondylodiscitis following SARS-CoV-2 infection—two case reports Open
Background: In the context of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) pandemic, opportunistic fungal co-/super-infections have surged globally. This report focuses on Candida spondylodiscitis (CS), an uncommon comp…
View article: Long-term outcomes of the global tuberculosis and COVID-19 co-infection cohort
Long-term outcomes of the global tuberculosis and COVID-19 co-infection cohort Open
Background Longitudinal cohort data of patients with tuberculosis (TB) and coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) are lacking. In our global study, we describe long-term outcomes of patients affected by TB and COVID-19. Methods We collected d…
View article: Cerebral cystic echinococcosis reactivation during therapy for squamous tumor of the cervix: possible interactions?
Cerebral cystic echinococcosis reactivation during therapy for squamous tumor of the cervix: possible interactions? Open
View article: Sequential or Combination Treatments as Rescue Therapies in Immunocompromised Patients with Persistent SARS-CoV-2 Infection in the Omicron Era: A Case Series
Sequential or Combination Treatments as Rescue Therapies in Immunocompromised Patients with Persistent SARS-CoV-2 Infection in the Omicron Era: A Case Series Open
Prolonged SARS-CoV-2 infections are widely described in immunosuppressed patients, but safe and effective treatment strategies are lacking. We aimed to outline our approach to treating persistent COVID-19 in patients with immunosuppression…
View article: A rare case of meningoencephalitis due to <i>Aspergillus fumigatus</i>
A rare case of meningoencephalitis due to <i>Aspergillus fumigatus</i> Open
Cerebral Aspergillosis (CA) is an opportunistic fungal infection that usually affects immunocompromised hosts. A man was admitted for loss of consciousness and aphasia. Computed Tomography (CT) scan showed a left cerebral frontal lesion. N…
View article: Real-Life Experience of Continuously Infused Ceftolozane/Tazobactam in Patients with Bronchiectasis and Multidrug-Resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa Infection in the Outpatient Setting
Real-Life Experience of Continuously Infused Ceftolozane/Tazobactam in Patients with Bronchiectasis and Multidrug-Resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa Infection in the Outpatient Setting Open
(1) Background: Ceftolozane/tazobactam (C/T) is a novel β-lactam/β-lactamase inhibitor with excellent activity against the multidrug-resistant (MDR) P. aeruginosa. Continuous infusion (CI) dosing allows the optimization of pharmacokinetic …
View article: Overlapping Infection by Strongyloides spp. and Cytomegalovirus in the Immunocompromised Host: A Comprehensive Review of the Literature
Overlapping Infection by Strongyloides spp. and Cytomegalovirus in the Immunocompromised Host: A Comprehensive Review of the Literature Open
Strongyloides and cytomegalovirus co-infections are rarely reported, even though they are distinguished by high morbidity and mortality, especially in immunocompromised hosts. We narratively reviewed the literature on reported cases of Str…
View article: Strongyloides spp. and Cytomegalovirus Co-Infection in Patient Affected by Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
Strongyloides spp. and Cytomegalovirus Co-Infection in Patient Affected by Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Open
To our knowledge, we have described the first case of Strongyloides/Cytomegalovirus (CMV) concomitant infection that occurred in a European country. The patient was a 76-year-old woman affected by relapsed non-Hodgkin lymphoma who presente…
View article: 18-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography (FDG-PET) in patients with non-tuberculous mycobacterial infections
18-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography (FDG-PET) in patients with non-tuberculous mycobacterial infections Open
View article: A Regional Observational Study on COVID-19-Associated Pulmonary Aspergillosis (CAPA) within Intensive Care Unit: Trying to Break the Mold
A Regional Observational Study on COVID-19-Associated Pulmonary Aspergillosis (CAPA) within Intensive Care Unit: Trying to Break the Mold Open
The reported incidence of COVID-19-associated pulmonary aspergillosis (CAPA) ranges between 2.4% and 35% in intensive care unit (ICU) patients, and awareness in the medical community is rising. We performed a regional retrospective observa…
View article: Clinical Effectiveness and Pharmacokinetics of Dalbavancin in Treatment-Experienced Patients with Skin, Osteoarticular, or Vascular Infections
Clinical Effectiveness and Pharmacokinetics of Dalbavancin in Treatment-Experienced Patients with Skin, Osteoarticular, or Vascular Infections Open
Dalbavancin (DBV) is a lipoglycopeptide approved for the treatment of Gram-positive infections of the skin and skin-associated structures (ABSSSIs). Currently, its off-label use at different dosages for other infections deserves attention.…
View article: Disseminated Cryptococcosis Complicating Severe SARS-CoV-2 Infection
Disseminated Cryptococcosis Complicating Severe SARS-CoV-2 Infection Open
Opportunistic invasive fungal infections (IFI) have been described in severe SARS-CoV-2 infection. COVID-19-related cytokine storm, immune dysregulation and lymphopenia may increase IFI susceptibility in comorbid patients. We described the…
View article: Stuck in my head as an old song
Stuck in my head as an old song Open
View article: Monoclonal antibodies for the treatment of COVID-19 patients: An umbrella to overcome the storm?
Monoclonal antibodies for the treatment of COVID-19 patients: An umbrella to overcome the storm? Open
View article: TB and COVID-19 co-infection: rationale and aims of a global study
TB and COVID-19 co-infection: rationale and aims of a global study Open
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View article: Anti-Xa monitoring improves low-molecular-weight heparin effectiveness in patients with SARS-CoV-2 infection
Anti-Xa monitoring improves low-molecular-weight heparin effectiveness in patients with SARS-CoV-2 infection Open
View article: Early Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin Administration is Associated with Shorter Time to SARS-CoV-2 Swab Negativity
Early Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin Administration is Associated with Shorter Time to SARS-CoV-2 Swab Negativity Open
Background Antiviral and immune-modulating properties of low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH) against Coronaviridae have been reported by in vitro studies, but no in vivo evidence is yet available. We sought to know whether the timing of pr…