🦠 Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia (SAB) is a deadly bloodstream infection with high rates of complications like endocarditis and abscesses.
💉 Early detection, MRSA coverage with vancomycin/daptomycin, and source control (🪛 remove catheters, drain abscesses) are critical.
🔍 Use echocardiography and VIRSTA score to guide management.
✅ Once susceptibilities return, de-escalate and tailor therapy—MSSA loves cefazolin!
