CHESTGuidelines & Topic CollectionsSepsisAntibiotic Use in Suspected Sepsis: Navigating Between Conservative and Aggressive Approaches – Part 1

Antibiotic Use in Suspected Sepsis: Navigating Between Conservative and Aggressive Approaches – Part 1

July 5, 2023

Join a thought-provoking debate surrounding the appropriate use of antibiotics in patients with suspected sepsis. This video brings together experts from diverse medical backgrounds who present their perspectives on the conservative and aggressive use of antibiotics in sepsis management. Gain valuable insights into the rationales behind each approach, exploring the benefits, risks, and potential consequences associated with these divergent strategies.

This is part 1 of a two-part series. VIEW PART 2 »

These resources were supported by Grant/Cooperative Agreement Number 5 NU50CK000604-02-00 from the Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.



Host

Katie Pendleton, MD, FCCP

Sepsis/Shock Section, Vice-Chair
Sepsis Resources Steering Committee, Member

Panelist

Steven Q. Simpson, MD, FCCP

CHEST President, 2020-2021
Sepsis Resources Steering Committee, Chair

Panelist

Ryan Maves, MD, FCCP

Disaster Response and Global Health Section, Chair
Sepsis Resources Steering Committee, Member