This project will evaluate the usefulness of Monocyte Distribution Width (MDW) for the diagnosis of blood culture positivity (BSI) in patients in the Emergency Department (ED) and reevaluate the usefulness of MDW in patients with BSI and sepsis. Consequently, if MDW indicate a high likelihood of bacteremia antibiotic management in patients with suspected bacterial infections will be changed and aid appropriate antibiotic administration.
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Observed Sensitivity and Specificity of MDW >/= 20 U in Emergency Department Patients with Positive Blood Cultures
Timeframe: 09/2020 to 02/2023
Determine the negative predicative value of MDW assessments in Emergency Department patients at a cutoff threshold of <20 U in patients with negative blood cultures.
Timeframe: 09/2020 to 02/2023