Can Early Burkholderia cepacia Complex Infection in Cystic Fibrosis be Eradicated with Antibiotic Therapy?

Abstract

Attempted eradication of new BCC is a common practice in UK adult CF centers. A minority of patients clear the infection spontaneously and the effects of eradication therapies are at best modest. Early treatment may be associated with better outcomes, though there are insufficient data to support the use of any specific treatment regimen. A prospective, systematic evaluation of treatments and outcomes is required.