A critical review of analytical methods for determination of ertapenem sodium

Antimicrobials have unquestionable importance in the control of many diseases; however the constant concern with evolution of resistant microorganisms is increasing. The ertapenem sodium is a β-lactam antibiotic of the carbapenem class, which it has a broader activity spectrum than most other β-lactam antimicrobials, and is more resistant to the enzyme β-lactamase, which is the main mechanism of resistance of many bacteria. The progress of microbial resistance to existing antibiotics is alarming. Thus we need to preserve antimicrobials that still have activity against these pathogens. In this context, the quality control has a key role to ensure the correct dosage, by contributing preventively to minimize the development of resistant microorganisms. Study of the physicochemical characteristics of the drug and the quantification of the content of active substance are of fundamental importance for the pharmaceutical industry to ensure the quality of the product sold. This work presents a literature survey of existing methods for ertapenem sodium quantification which was performed. Ertapenem sodium can be analyzed by many types of assays; however the HPLC is the most used method. This review will examine the published analytical methods reported for determination of ertapenem sodium, in biological fluids and formulations.

Necrotizing soft tissue infection of the breast: Case report and literature review

Background: Necrotizing soft tissue infection (NSTI) is characterized by progressive infectious gangrene of the skin and subcutaneous tissue. Its treatment involves intensive care, broad-spectrum antibiotic therapy, and full debridement. Methods: We present two cases of NSTI of the breast, adding these cases to the 14 described in the literature, reviewing the characteristics and evolution of all cases. Case Report: On the fourth day after mastectomy, a 59-year-old woman with ulcerated breast cancer developed Type I NSTI caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa, which had a favorable evolution after debridement and broad-spectrum antibiotics. The second patient was a 57-year-old woman submitted to a mastectomy and axillary dissection, who had recurrent seromas. On the 32nd post-operative day, after a seroma puncture, she developed Type II NSTI caused by β-hemolytic streptococci. She developed sepsis and died on the tenth day after debridement, intensive care, and broad-spectrum antibiotics. The cases are the first description of breast NSTI after mammary seroma aspiration and the first report of this condition caused by P. aeruginosa. Conclusion: Necrotizing soft tissue infection is rare in breast tissue. It frequently is of Type II, occurring mainly after procedures in patients with breast cancer. The surgeon's participation in controlling the focus of the infection is of fundamental importance, and just as important are broad-spectrum antibiotic therapy and support measures, such as maintenance of volume, correction of electrolytic disorders, and treatment of sepsis and septic shock. Once the infection has been brought under control, skin grafting or soft tissue flaps can be considered. The mortality rate in breast NSTI is 18.7%, all deaths being in patients with the fulminant Type II form. Surgical oncologists need to be alert to the possibility of this rare condition. © 2012, Mary Ann Liebert, Inc.

Etiologia e perfil de sensibilidade aos antimicrobianos de pacientes ambulatoriais de Botucatu e região

As infecções do trato urinário (ITU) são definidas como a invasão e posterior multiplicação de microorganismos nos tecidos das vias urinárias, sendo a bactéria gram-negativa E.coli o principal uropatógeno envolvido nessa infecção. A avaliação para a presença de ITU é feita através do quadro clínico característico desse tipo de paciente e o exame de cultura de urina. As amostras positivas para as culturas são avaliadas quanto ao perfil de sensibilidade aos antimicrobianos dos agentes etiológicos encontrados. Descrever a porcentagem de ocorrência dos agentes etiológicos e o perfil de sensibilidade aos antimicrobianos das Infecções do Trato Urinário em pacientes ambulatoriais de Botucatu e região. Foram incluídas neste estudo culturas de urinas de pacientes atendidos em UBS de Botucatu e região Pólo Cuesta, no período de Janeiro de 2008 a Maio de 2010. As culturas positivas foram avaliadas quanto a porcentagem de ocorrência dos uropatógenos segundo sexo, faixa etária e origem. Foi utilizado o teste do qui-quadrado para verificar associação entre cada antimicrobiano e as porcentagens de sensibilidade e resistência encontradas. Foram avaliadas 11.768 culturas de urina provenientes de 11 municípios da região, sendo consideradas as culturas positivas (28%). Quanto à ocorrência dos agentes etiológicos verificou-se que a E.coli é responsável 58,76% dos casos. A distribuição dos uropatógenos segundo sexo revelou maior ocorrência de E.coli nos dois sexos. O segundo agente etiológico de maior ocorrência foi, nos homens o Proteus mirabilis e nas mulheres, o S. saprophyticus. Dentre as faixas etárias, a E.coli foi o patógeno de maior ocorrência. O perfil de sensibilidade aos antimicrobianos revelou que a E.coli é mais sensível a Ertapenem, Imipenem, Meropenem, Fosfomicina, Amicacina, Ceftriaxona, Nitrofurantoína e Norfloxacina; e mais resistente... (Resumo completo, clicar acesso eletrônico abaixo)