Vancomycin AUC vs traditional trough method

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Jeanne Brady PharmD
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Vancomycin AUC vs traditional trough method

proposed guidelines for AUC based monitoring are out, does anyone have experience transitioning from conventional management to AUC? trough levels are still required. what are disadvantages/benefits to AUC hospital wide implementation?