In this podcast episode by the Infectious Disease Puscast, Sarah Dong discusses nfectious disease literature from the last two weeks. Here are some highlights:
- Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Treatment: The episode reviews a trial comparing maribavir and valganciclovir for the first asymptomatic CMV infection post hematopoietic cell transplant. Maribavir showed comparable efficacy but had fewer discontinuations for neutropenia.
- HIV Mortality in Children: A report explores mortality rates among children under five living with HIV receiving antiretroviral treatment in President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)-supported countries.
- Rabies Prophylaxis: A randomized controlled trial in healthy adult travelers compares single-visit intramuscular and intradermal rabies pre-exposure prophylaxis.
- Cardiovascular Implantable Electronic Device Infections: An American Heart Association statement updates recommendations for the prevention, diagnosis, and management of infections in cardiovascular implantable electronic devices.
- Fungal Outbreak: An outbreak of blastomycosis among paper mill workers in Michigan is discussed, highlighting the first occurrence involving Blastomyces gilchristii.
- Universal Radical Cure for Malaria: The podcast covers a study assessing the safety and efficacy of high-dose short-course primaquine for universal radical cure in patients with uncomplicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria in areas co-endemic for P. vivax.
- Miscellaneous: The episode wraps up with miscellaneous topics, including a comparison of antibiotics for severe group A streptococcal skin infections and Diego Rivera’s murals with microbiological themes.
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