A diagnostic stewardship initiative to improve diagnosis of norovirus and nitazoxanide utilization in patients with cancer
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: Patients and healthcare workers are at risk of norovirus infection. Nitazoxanide is often given, though data is lacking. Multiplex polymerase chain reaction platforms may yield false-positive results. A quality improvement initiative led to an 84.4% reduction in nitazoxanide utilization and substantial cost savings without compromising patient care or nosocomial infection.
Institution: The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Language: English
Subfield: Infectious Diseases
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $3,550
OpenAlex ID: W7225325377