Impact of an antimicrobial stewardship intervention on antibiotic prescribing practices for community-acquired acute uncomplicated cystitis in the emergency department
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Effect of a Stewardship Intervention on Adherence to Uncomplicated Cystitis and Pyelonephritis Guidelines in an Emergency Department Setting
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دوره 4 شماره
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تاریخ انتشار 2017