Commentary on: Taylor SP, Kowalkowski MA, Skewes S, Chou SH. Real-world implications of updated surviving sepsis campaign antibiotic timing recommendations. Crit Care Med. 2024 doi: 10.1097/CCM.0000000000006240.
Implications for practice and research Antibiotic delivery in suspected sepsis must be prioritised within the clinical context emphasising the need to individualise antibiotic timing according to patient profiles. In the absence of shock, a more lenient approach to antibiotic timing could support the rational use of antibiotics.
Sepsis is a life-threatening response to infection and remains a critical challenge with high morbidity and mortality rates. The Surviving Sepsis Campaign (SSC) guidelines serve as a cornerstone for sepsis management and are pivotal in standardising care. Taylor et al’s article