Ceftaroline pharmacokinetics on ECMO, a pediatric case report.
Kathryn Pavia, Ashton Bellamy, Alaina Burns et al.
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Case in brief
A 5-year-old patient on ECMO for influenza-associated necrotizing pneumonia was analyzed for ceftaroline pharmacokinetics. Nine concentrations were measured, revealing minimal changes in volume of distribution and clearance post-cannulation. The patient maintained 100%-time above MIC while on ECMO, indicating effective ceftaroline exposure without significant adsorption in the oxygenator circuit.
Diagnostic / clinical pearl
Clinicians should note that ceftaroline can achieve therapeutic concentrations in pediatric patients on ECMO, suggesting its continued use may be viable in this setting.
Why it matters
This case highlights the potential for effective antibiotic therapy in ECMO patients, addressing concerns about drug sequestration and supporting treatment decisions in similar clinical scenarios.