Results of the PCT-Euro Study: Cost-Efficacy Impact of PCT in ICU

Results of the PCT-Euro Study: Cost-Efficacy Impact of PCT in ICU

Dr. Marcio Borges. Sepsis Unit. Son Llàtzer Hospital. Palma de Mallorca

In this videoconference, the preliminary results of a cost-efficiency study evaluating the serial use of PCT in improving the care of patients with severe sepsis and septic shock are presented. Dr. Marcio Borges finds a reduction in both gross antibiotic consumption and adjusted for hospital stay of 30%.