Abstract
We reviewed the frequency and duration of vancomycin use during 93 left ventricular assist device placements. Vancomycin prophylaxis was administered for a mean duration (+/- standard deviation) of 10.5 +/- 11 days. Empirical vancomycin use was frequent, with a mean duration (+/- standard deviation) of therapy of 9.8 +/- 9 days (median, 8 days) given during 81 (87%) of the implantations. The most common indications for empirical vancomycin treatment were isolated leukocytosis or driveline drainage. Strategies to improve vancomycin use during left ventricular assist device support should be considered.
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