Altastaph has been developed to help the removal of S. aureus from the bloodstream. The main objective of this study will be to test the safety and behavior of Altastaph in patients with S.aureus bacteremia and continuing fever
Staphylococcus aureus has been recognized as an important community - acquired and nosocomial pathogen. Because it is a common cause of osteomyelitis, endocarditis, and meningitis, S. aureus infections lead to considerable morbidity and mortality. The main objective of this study will be to test the safety and pharmacokinetics of Altastaph in patients with S. aureus bacteremia and persistent fever. This study will also assess the efficacy of Altastaph versus control.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
QUADRUPLE
Enrollment
40
Safety
Time frame: 6 weeks
pharmacokinetics
Time frame: 6 weeks
Efficacy
Time frame: 6 Weeks
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