13th July 2026

A 72-year-old female with multiple comorbidities, including diabetes and heart failure, is admitted with a severe bacterial infection.

A 72-year-old female with multiple comorbidities, including diabetes and heart failure, is admitted with a severe bacterial infection. Her eGFR is calculated to be 25 mL/min. The medical team decides to prescribe gentamicin as part of the treatment plan. Considering her medical history, what specific factors should be considered when determining the appropriate dosing strategy for gentamicin, and how would you recommend monitoring her renal function during treatment?

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