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Clinical Impact of the BIOFIRE® FILMARRAY® Pneumonia Panel in the Veterans Affairs Healthcare System: A Difference-in-Differences Study.
Clinical infectious diseases : an official publication of the Infectious Diseases Society of America·June 12, 2026·PMID 42281450
Why it mattersRapid molecular diagnostics for pneumonia can improve antibiotic use in the ICU, but real-world effectiveness depends on institutional context. This study shows that the BIOFIRE panel enhances early de-escalation and appropriate therapy, especially when paired with strong antimicrobial stewardship, offering a practical benchmark for hospitals considering adoption.
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