Research Topic · Peer-Reviewed

Bacteremia

Bacteremia is a potentially serious medical condition in which bacteria enter a person's bloodstream and cause an infection. It can lead to sepsis, a life-threatening condition that can cause organ failure, shock, and death. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are essential to reduce the risk of serious complications. Ba…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 4 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 40× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2690-4837 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Bacteremia is a potentially serious medical condition in which bacteria enter a person's bloodstream and cause an infection. It can lead to sepsis, a life-threatening condition that can cause organ failure, shock, and death. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are essential to reduce the risk of serious complications. Bacteremia is typically caused by bacteria that enter the body through a wound, surgical incision, or urinary tract infection. It can also be the result of a weakened immune system, a chronic infection, or a serious underlying medical condition. If a person is diagnosed with bacteremia, they may receive antibiotics and, in some cases, blood cultures or a blood transfusion. It is important to seek the advice of a medical professional to help determine the best treatment option.

Research published in this journal

4 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 4 articles above have been cited 40 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in International Journal of Infection Prevention (ISSN 2690-4837).

Journal editorial board
Tetsuya Suzuki · Japan Yosra A. Helmy · United States

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