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Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the incidence of multidrug-resistant bacterial infections in an acute care hospital in Brazil

Date
January 31, 2022
We appreciate the contribution of Lima et al to the discussion of this important issue. While their results appear different, it is important to appreciate the numerous differences in our methodologies when making that comparison. (1) While we both analyzed the incidence of MDR infections, Lima et al looked only at ICU populations, while we looked more broadly at all inpatient units (ICU and non-ICU). (2) Lima et al considered CRAB, while we looked at 5 pathogens, noting differences in CRAB and MRSA.