| 摘要 |
<p>The present invention provides a method of preventing or treating bacteremia caused by <i>Staphylococcus aureus, </i>comprising administering a monoclonal or polyclonal antibody composition comprising antibodies specific for one or more <i>S. aureus </i>antigens. In one specific embodiment, the composition is a hyperimmune specific IGIV composition. In another specific embodiment, the composition comprise antibodies to a capsular polysaccharide <i>S. aureus </i>antigen, such as the Type 5 and/or Type 8 antigens. In another embodiment, the composition comprises monoclonal antibodies to a capsular polysaccharide <i>S. aureus </i>antigen. This method provides an effective tool for preventing or treating <i>S. aureus </i>bacteremia, and can be used alone or in combination with other therapies.</p> |
