Controversies in the Prevention and Control of Antimicrobial Drug Resistance
1998
Controversies in Antimicrobial Drug Resistance
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Author Information
Author(s): William Jarvis, Keith Klugman, Klaus Stoehr, Antonio C. Pignatari, Fred Tenover
Primary Institution: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Conclusion
Antimicrobial resistance is a significant issue in hospitals, communities, veterinary medicine, and developing countries, requiring improved practices and policies.
Supporting Evidence
- High rates of antimicrobial drug use and inadequate infection control practices contribute to resistance in hospitals.
- In developing countries, inadequate resources exacerbate the problem of antimicrobial-resistant infections.
- Educational efforts on appropriate antibiotic use have had mixed success.
Takeaway
Doctors and hospitals need to be careful with antibiotics to stop germs from becoming superbugs that can't be treated. This is a big problem everywhere, especially in poorer countries.
Limitations
Inadequate resources for surveillance and treatment in developing countries limit the effectiveness of antimicrobial resistance control.
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